Dutch Word · Beginner
zwaluw
a swallow, bird of the family Hirundinidae
Pronunciation: /ˈzʋaː.lyu̯/
Meaning
a swallow, bird of the family Hirundinidae
Example
In de lente en zomer zie je vaak zwermen zwaluwen die door de lucht vliegen.
In spring and summer, you often see flocks of swallows flying through the air.
Practice tips
- Practice zwaluw 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 beginner-level learners.