Dutch Word · Intermediate
nieges
A broad term referring to something evil, shameful, unfortunate, ill-fated or even cursed
Pronunciation: /ˈni.ɣəs/
Meaning
A broad term referring to something evil, shameful, unfortunate, ill-fated or even cursed.
Example
De nieges zit de laatste jaren in Amsterdam.
A curse has rested on Amsterdam these past few years.
Practice tips
- Practice nieges 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.