Dutch Word · Intermediate
klassieker
a sports classic, a traditional match
Pronunciation: /ˌklɑˈsi.kər/
Meaning
a sports classic, a traditional match
Example
De Roosendaalsche renner Bronger is naar wij vernemen aangeworven voor de groote Fransche klassieker Parijs—Sedan over een afstand van 270 K.M.
The cyclist from Roosendaal has been, as we have learnt, recruited for the big French classic Paris-Sedan over a distance of 270 km.
Practice tips
- Practice klassieker 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.