How to Pronounce deur

CEFR level: A1

English: door

Say it like duhr

Phonetic breakdown

One syllable: the rounded 'eu' vowel then a soft 'r'.

Common mistake

Don't say 'door' or 'der'; round the lips for 'eu'.

Usage tip

'Doe de deur dicht' = close the door.

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