How to Pronounce dankjewel

CEFR level: A1

English: thank you

Say it like DANK-yuh-wul

Phonetic breakdown

The word is composed of 'dank' (thank) and 'je' (you) plus 'wel' (well), pronounced as two distinct syllables with the stress on the first.

Learners often pronounce the 'w' like an English 'w', but in Dutch, it sounds more like a soft 'v' or a mix between a 'w' and a 'v'.

This is a friendly, informal way to say thank you, often used with friends, family, or in casual service settings.