How to Pronounce duur

English: expensive

Say it like duur

Phonetic breakdown

One syllable with a long, tight rounded 'uu' (lips pursed).

Common mistake

'uu' is not 'oo' or 'you'; round and tense the lips.

Usage tip

'Te duur' = too expensive; the opposite is 'goedkoop'.

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