Dutch Word · Intermediate
spijten
to cause regret to, to cause to be sorry
Pronunciation: /ˈspɛi̯tən/
Meaning
to cause regret to, to cause to be sorry
Example
Zijn daden speten hem.
He regretted his deeds. (His deeds caused him regret.)
Practice tips
- Practice spijten 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.