Dutch Word · Intermediate
volksmond
popular language, vernacular
Pronunciation: say volksmond
Meaning
popular language, vernacular
Example
Enkele Chinese restaurants richten zich uitsluitend op afhaalklanten; zij worden in de volksmond 'afhaalchinees' genoemd. *
Some Chinese restaurants aim their business exclusively towards take-out clients; they are known in the vernacular as 'Chinese take-out'.
Practice tips
- Practice volksmond 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.