Dutch Word · Intermediate
oorvijg
a box, cuff on the ear, a painful smack on the side of the face with a flat hand
Pronunciation: /ˈoːr.vɛi̯x/
Meaning
a box, cuff on the ear, a painful smack on the side of the face with a flat hand
Example
In woede gaf ze hem een oorvijg.
In anger, she gave him a cuff on the ear.
Practice tips
- Practice oorvijg 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.