How to Pronounce neus

CEFR level: A1

English: nose

Say it like nuus

Phonetic breakdown

The word consists of the consonant 'n', the long vowel 'eu' pronounced like the French 'eu' in 'peur', and the consonant 's'.

Common mistake

Learners often pronounce the 'eu' sound like the English 'oo' in 'boot' instead of the rounded Dutch 'eu' sound.

Usage tip

The word is neuter, so you use 'het' (het neusje) when using the diminutive form.

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