Dutch Expression · Intermediate
doen alsof
to act as if, to pretend
Pronunciation: /ˈdun ɑlsˈɔf/
Meaning
to act as if, to pretend
Example
Die verwonding is niet echt, hij doet maar alsof.
That injury is not real, he is only pretending.
Practice tips
- Practice doen alsof out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Dutch expression is for intermediate-level learners.