Dutch Word · Intermediate
heer
a gentleman
Pronunciation: /ɦeːr/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "a gentleman".
Example
De heer van dit kasteel is een mecenas van de kunsten.
The lord of this castle is a patron of the arts.
Practice tips
- Practice heer 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.