Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word
achterklap. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word
achterklap, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say
achterklap in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word
achterklap you have here. The definition of the word
achterklap will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of
achterklap, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.
Dutch
Etymology
From achter (“behind”) + klappen (“to talk”), literally “talk behind one's back”.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈɑx.tərˌklɑp/
- Hyphenation: ach‧ter‧klap
Noun
achterklap m (uncountable, diminutive achterklapje n)
- (mean-spirited) gossip
- Synonyms: roddel, geroddel, kwaadsprekerij
De werksfeer was verziekt door al de achterklap onder het personeel.- The working environment had been fouled by all the gossipping among the employees.