Dutch Word · Intermediate
kaakslag
a smack on the jaw, blow in the face
Pronunciation: say kaakslag
Meaning
a smack on the jaw, blow in the face
Example
Een kaakslag met de handschoen gold als symbolische uitdaging tot een duel
A blow in the face with a glove was considered a challenge to duel
Practice tips
- Practice kaakslag 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.