Dutch Word · Advanced
voorbehouden
to reserve
Pronunciation: /ˈvoːr.bəˌɦɑu̯.də(n)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to reserve".
Example
Jigoro Kano verkreeg na zijn dood de hoogste graad, de 12e dan, een brede witte band. Deze graad is exclusief voorbehouden aan de stichter van het judo.
Jigoro Kano received after his death the highest degree, the twelfth dan, a broad white band. This degree is exclusively reserved for the founder of judo.
Practice tips
- Practice voorbehouden 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 advanced-level learners.