Dutch Word · Intermediate
stuitbeen
tailbone
Pronunciation: say stuitbeen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "tailbone".
Example
Het stuitbeen is het onderste deel van de wervelkolom, dat vaak wordt aangeduid als het staartbeen.
The tailbone is the bottom part of the spine, often referred to as the coccyx.
Practice tips
- Practice stuitbeen 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.