Dutch Word · Intermediate
neerleggen
to lay down
Pronunciation: say neerleggen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to lay down".
Example
Al vroeg in de wedstrijd leek de voormalige kampioen zich te hebben neergelegd bij de nederlaag.
Early on the match the former champion seemed to have resigned himself/herself to defeat.
Practice tips
- Practice neerleggen 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.