Dutch Word · Intermediate
wijden
to dedicate, devote
Pronunciation: /ʋɛi̯də(n)/
Meaning
to dedicate, devote
Example
Het Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is gewijd aan het werk van Van Gogh en zijn tijdgenoten.⁽ᵂᴾ⁾
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is dedicated to the work of Van Gogh and his contemporaries.
Practice tips
- Practice wijden 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.