How to Pronounce hoofd

CEFR level: A2

English: head

Say it like hohft

Phonetic breakdown

Long 'oo'; the final 'd' devoices to 't'.

Common mistake

Ends in a 't' sound: 'hohft'.

Usage tip

'hoofd' = head; 'hoofdstad' = capital city.

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