Dutch Word · Intermediate
gekkenhuis
a madhouse, asylum for the insane
Pronunciation: /ˈɣɛ.kə(n)ˌɦœy̯s/
Meaning
a madhouse, asylum for the insane
Example
Tijdens de schachtendopen werd de campus een gekkenhuis
During hazings the campus turned into a madhouse
Practice tips
- Practice gekkenhuis 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.