Dutch Word · Intermediate
heden
the present
Pronunciation: /ˈɦeː.də(n)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "the present".
Example
We moeten in het heden leven, niet in het verleden.
We must live in the present, not in the past.
Practice tips
- Practice heden 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.