zeehaven

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Dutch

Etymology

Compound of zee +‎ haven.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈzeːˌɦaː.vən/
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  • Hyphenation: zee‧ha‧ven

Noun

zeehaven f (plural zeehavens, diminutive zeehaventje n)

  1. seaport
    De zeehaven was cruciaal voor de handel van het land.The seaport was crucial for the country's trade.
    Grote vrachtschepen meren aan in de zeehaven.Large cargo ships dock at the seaport.
    Het zeehaventje was een populaire plek voor toeristen.The small seaport was a popular spot for tourists.

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Descendants

  • Afrikaans: seehawe