Translation and Meaning

  • Word: gek
  • Language: Dutch
  • Meaning: mad
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: adjective
  • Image:gek

Pronunciation audio

Listen to how "gek" sounds in Dutch.

Example Sentences

  • Hij was gek op zijn vriend omdat hij te laat was.
  • Ze had een gek idee om de wereld rond te reizen.
  • Het publiek werd gek toen het team een doelpunt scoorde.

When and How to Use "gek"

Use "gek" when you want to talk about "mad" in Dutch. It functions as "adjective". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Dutch study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

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