Dutch Word · Intermediate
toekennen
to confer – in the sense of grant, bestow
Pronunciation: say toekennen
Meaning
to confer – in the sense of grant, bestow
Example
De firma kent sterren aan restaurants toe als teken van de kwaliteit.⁽ᵂᴾ⁾
The firm confers stars to restaurants as a token of quality.
Practice tips
- Practice toekennen 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.