Translation and Meaning
- Word: vergeven
- Language: Dutch
- Meaning: forgive
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: verb
- Topic: Dutch Oordeel en Verzoening
Pronunciation audio
Listen to how "vergeven" sounds in Dutch.
Example Sentences
- Als je de persoon vergeeft die je pijn deed, vind je misschien snel vrede. English: If you forgive the person who hurt you, you might find peace soon.
When and How to Use "vergeven"
Use "vergeven" when you want to talk about "forgive" in Dutch. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the Dutch Oordeel en Verzoening topic. Because it appears in B2 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.
Related Words
Practice this word in SmartWords
Learn how to use "vergeven" in real conversations with interactive exercises.