winkelen gaan /ʋˈɪŋkələnɣˈaːn/ · verb · CEFR A2. Dictionary entry meaning "go shopping" in English.

Meanings of "winkelen gaan"

  1. Used with the meaning "go shopping". verb · CEFR A2

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: winkelen gaan
  • Language: Dutch
  • Meaning: go shopping
  • IPA: /ʋˈɪŋkələnɣˈaːn/
  • CEFR Level: A2
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Image:Photo of winkelen gaan (Dutch)

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Example Sentences

  • Wij gaan zaterdag winkelen in de stad. English: We are going shopping in town on Saturday.
  • Mijn zus gaat graag winkelen voor kleren. English: My sister likes shopping for clothes.
  • Hij gaat morgen winkelen voor cadeaus. English: He is going shopping for gifts tomorrow.

When and How to Use "winkelen gaan"

Use "winkelen gaan" when you want to talk about "go shopping" in Dutch. It functions as "verb". Because it appears in A2 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 "winkelen gaan" mean in English?

"winkelen gaan" means "go shopping" in English.

What CEFR level is "winkelen gaan"?

"winkelen gaan" is tagged at CEFR A2 in SmartWords Dutch vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "winkelen gaan"?

"winkelen gaan" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

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Wij gaan zaterdag winkelen in de stad.

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