Dutch Word · Intermediate
gapper
thief
Pronunciation: /ˈɣɑ.pər/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "thief".
Example
, John O'Mill (Johan van der Meulen), "Pruimejantje". Jantje zag eens pruimen hangen / Oh, als eieren zo groot; / De tuinman zag zijn bolle wangen / Sloeg de vuile gapper dood.
Jantje once saw some plums hanging / Oh, as big as eggs; / The gardener saw his chubby cheeks / And beat the dirty thief to death.
Practice tips
- Practice gapper 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.