Dutch Word · Intermediate
duimen
to put one or both thumbs up, notably as a gesture of approval or when hitchhiking to ask for a ride
Pronunciation: /ˈdœy̯mə(n)/
Meaning
to put one or both thumbs up, notably as a gesture of approval or when hitchhiking to ask for a ride
Example
Hij duimde naar de chauffeur.
He raised his thumb to the driver.
Practice tips
- Practice duimen 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.