Dutch Expression · Native
Hou dit voor jezelf
keep this to yourself
Pronunciation: Hou dit voor jezelf
Meaning
A natural Dutch expression used to convey: keep this to yourself.
Example
Hou dit voor jezelf tot de aankondiging.
Keep this to yourself until the announcement.
Practice tips
- Practice Hou dit voor jezelf 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 expression is for native-level learners.