Dutch Word · Beginner
regelnicht
petty, rules-obsessed woman, e.g
Pronunciation: /ˈreː.ɣəlˌnɪxt/
Meaning
petty, rules-obsessed woman, e.g. a woman trying to keep everything under control
Example
Ze staat bekend als een echte regelnicht, altijd bezig om alles onder controle te houden en de regels nauwgezet te volgen.
She is known as a true petty, rules-obsessed woman, always busy trying to keep everything under control and follow the rules meticulously.
Practice tips
- Practice regelnicht 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 beginner-level learners.