Dutch Word · Intermediate
heiligdom
holy building or place, sanctuary
Pronunciation: /ˈɦɛi̯.ləɣ.dɔm/
Meaning
holy building or place, sanctuary
Example
Deze kerk is gebouwd op de resten van een heidens heiligdom.
This church was built on top of the remains of a pagan place of worship.
Practice tips
- Practice heiligdom 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.