Dutch Word · Intermediate
zemelaar
curmudgeon, whiner
Pronunciation: /ˈzeː.məˌlaːr/
Meaning
curmudgeon, whiner
Example
Ouwe zemelaar!
Old grouch!
Practice tips
- Practice zemelaar 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.