Dutch Expression · Native
Hou je mond
Shut your mouth
Pronunciation: how yuh mont
Meaning
A harsh command telling someone to stop speaking.
Example
Hij was boos en zei dat de ander zijn mond moest houden.
He was angry and told the other person to shut up.
Practice tips
- Practice Hou je mond 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.