Dutch Word · Intermediate
koopman
a male merchant, merchantman, trader
Pronunciation: /ˈkoːp.mɑn/
Meaning
a male merchant, merchantman, trader
Example
De oude stad was vol met drukke kooplui die hun waren aanboden op de markt.
The old city was full of busy merchants offering their goods at the market.
Practice tips
- Practice koopman 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.