de ui /dəˈœy/ · noun · CEFR A1. Dutch translation of "onion".

See also: Translation page (English → Dutch) · Topic: Dutch Eten en Drinken

Translation and Meaning

  • Word: de ui
  • Language: Dutch
  • Meaning: onion
  • IPA: /dəˈœy/
  • CEFR Level: A1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: de
  • Topic: Dutch Eten en Drinken
  • Image:Photo of de ui (Dutch)

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Example Sentences

  • De ui ruikt sterk. English: The onion smells strong.
  • Ik snij een ui voor de soep. English: I cut an onion for the soup.
  • In de tuin groeit een witte ui. English: A white onion grows in the garden.

When and How to Use "de ui"

Use "de ui" when you want to talk about "onion" in Dutch. It functions as "noun". In SmartWords it is linked to the Dutch Eten en Drinken topic. Because it appears in A1 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.

Frequently asked questions

What does "de ui" mean in Dutch?

"de ui" is the Dutch word for "onion".

What CEFR level is "de ui"?

"de ui" is tagged at CEFR A1 in SmartWords Dutch vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "de ui"?

"de ui" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "de ui" in a sentence?

De ui ruikt sterk.

Verify "de ui" in Dutch reference sources

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