Dutch Word · Intermediate
gruwen
to abhor, to loathe
Pronunciation: /ˈɣryu̯ə(n)/
Meaning
to abhor, to loathe
Example
Als er iets is waarvan ik gruw, dan is het zijn zelfvoldaanheid.
If there is one thing I loathe, it’s his smugness.
Practice tips
- Practice gruwen 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.