Dutch Word · Intermediate
ruil
swap, exchange
Pronunciation: /rœy̯l/
Meaning
swap, exchange
Example
Ik deed een ruil met mijn vriend en kreeg zijn fiets in ruil voor mijn skateboard.
I made a swap with my friend and got his bicycle in exchange for my skateboard.
Practice tips
- Practice ruil 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.