When something is duur, it costs a lot of money. You might say, "Die auto is erg duur," which means "That car is very expensive." Or, "Dit horloge is te duur voor mij," meaning "This watch is too expensive for me." It's a common word you'll use often when talking about prices in Dutch.
When something is duur, it costs a lot of money. You might say Die auto is te duur voor mij, which means 'That car is too expensive for me.' This word is very common when talking about prices in shops or when discussing purchases. It's the opposite of 'goedkoop' (cheap).
When something is duur, it means it costs a lot of money. You'll hear this word often when shopping or discussing prices. It's a very common adjective in Dutch for describing things that are not cheap.
When something is duur, it costs a lot of money. You might say, "Die auto is duur" (That car is expensive). It's a common adjective to describe prices or costs. You'll hear it a lot when shopping or discussing finances.
When something is duur, it means it costs a lot of money. You might hear people say, "Dat is duur!" if they think the price is high. It's a very common and practical word to know when you're shopping or talking about prices. You can use it for anything that has a high price tag, from a cup of coffee to a car. Just remember, duur means expensive.
duur 30 सेकंड में
- High cost
- Not cheap
- Pricey
§ Understanding 'duur'
Alright, let's dive into 'duur'. It's a simple, super useful word that means 'expensive'. You'll use it all the time when talking about prices. Like in English, you use it to describe things that cost a lot of money. No tricks here, it's pretty straightforward.
- DEFINITION
- Expensive
§ Basic sentence structure with 'duur'
You can use 'duur' just like you'd use 'expensive' in English. It's an adjective, so it describes a noun. Here’s how it generally works:
Het is + duur (It is expensive)
De/Een + duur/dure + [noun] (The/An expensive [noun])
Die auto is duur.
(That car is expensive.)
Het was een dure
(It was an expensive meal.)
§ Comparing prices with 'duurder' (more expensive) and 'duurst' (most expensive)
Just like in English, you can compare things using 'duur'.
duurder = more expensive
duurst = most expensive
Deze fiets is duurder dan die.
(This bike is more expensive than that one.)
Dat is de duurste
(That is the most expensive option.)
§ Using 'duur' with 'te' (too)
Want to say something is *too* expensive? Easy, just add 'te' before 'duur'.
Deze jas is te duur voor mij.
(This jacket is too expensive for me.)
§ Common phrases with 'duur'
Here are some common ways you'll hear and use 'duur' in daily conversation:
Dat is duur! (That is expensive!)
Ik vind het te duur. (I find it too expensive.)
Het is niet zo duur. (It's not that expensive.)
De prijzen zijn erg duur geworden. (The prices have become very expensive.)
§ 'Duur' and time (important nuance!)
Okay, quick but important note: 'duur' can also mean 'long' when talking about time. But for now, focus on 'expensive'. You'll learn the time meaning later, don't get them mixed up yet. In this lesson, we're 100% focused on cost.
§ What 'Duur' Means
The Dutch word 'duur' primarily means 'expensive.' It's an adjective you'll use all the time when talking about prices, shopping, and costs. It's a fundamental word for A1 learners, so get comfortable with it.
- DEFINITION
- Expensive
Let's look at some basic examples:
Die auto is te duur voor mij. (That car is too expensive for me.)
De boodschappen zijn duur tegenwoordig. (Groceries are expensive nowadays.)
§ 'Duur' as 'Long-lasting' or 'Lasting'
Here's where it gets interesting for English speakers. While its primary meaning is 'expensive,' 'duur' can also relate to duration. When combined with verbs, it often means 'lasting' or 'for a long time.'
This can be confusing, so pay close attention. You won't use 'duur' on its own to mean 'long-lasting' in the same way you'd say 'expensive.' Instead, it appears in phrases or with other words to convey duration.
Hoe duur? (How long? - referring to time)
Het duurde lang. (It lasted long. / It took a long time.)
Hoe duur is de vlucht? (How long is the flight?)
De vergadering duurde twee uur. (The meeting lasted two hours.)
§ Similar Words and When to Use Them
While 'duur' is your go-to for 'expensive,' let's look at some related words and phrases to broaden your vocabulary.
Kostbaar: This also means 'expensive' or 'costly,' but often carries a nuance of being valuable or precious. You'd use 'kostbaar' for something like jewelry, a rare painting, or a precious memory, whereas 'duur' is more about the high monetary price of everyday items.
- DEFINITION
- Costly, precious, valuable
Dat is een kostbaar sieraad. (That is a precious piece of jewelry.)
Prijzig: This is a more informal synonym for 'duur,' meaning 'pricey.' It's very common in casual conversation.
- DEFINITION
- Pricey (informal)
Die schoenen zijn nogal prijzig. (Those shoes are quite pricey.)
Aan de prijs: This is an idiomatic expression that means 'expensive' or 'on the expensive side.' It's another informal way to say something costs a lot.
- DEFINITION
- Expensive, on the pricey side (idiomatic)
Het eten hier is wel aan de prijs. (The food here is quite expensive.)
§ When to Use 'Duur'
Stick with 'duur' for general situations where something costs a lot of money. It's the most versatile and common word. Use it for everyday items like groceries, clothes, electronics, or services.
For example:
De huur is duur in Amsterdam. (The rent is expensive in Amsterdam.)
Is deze laptop erg duur? (Is this laptop very expensive?)
§ Recap
To summarize, 'duur' primarily means 'expensive.' Remember its secondary meaning related to duration when you see it in phrases with verbs like 'duren.' For alternatives, use 'kostbaar' for things that are valuable beyond just price, and 'prijzig' or 'aan de prijs' for more informal 'pricey' statements. Keep practicing these words in context to make them feel natural!
रोचक तथ्य
The word 'duur' in Dutch also means 'duration' or 'long-lasting', which is a direct link to its original meaning of 'hard' or 'strong'.
कठिनाई स्तर
Short, common word.
Straightforward spelling.
Easy pronunciation.
Commonly heard.
आगे क्या सीखें
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
De recente stijging van de olieprijzen maakt benzine duurder dan ooit tevoren, wat een aanzienlijke impact heeft op het dagelijks leven van veel mensen die afhankelijk zijn van hun auto voor woon-werkverkeer en andere essentiële verplaatsingen.
The recent rise in oil prices makes gasoline more expensive than ever before, which has a significant impact on the daily lives of many people who depend on their cars for commuting and other essential travel.
Hoewel de initiële investering voor zonnepanelen vrij duur kan zijn, wegen de langetermijnvoordelen, zoals lagere energierekeningen en een kleinere ecologische voetafdruk, ruimschoots op tegen de kosten, waardoor het een verstandige keuze is voor milieubewuste huiseigenaren.
Although the initial investment for solar panels can be quite expensive, the long-term benefits, such as lower energy bills and a smaller ecological footprint, far outweigh the costs, making it a wise choice for environmentally conscious homeowners.
De restauratie van het historische grachtenpand bleek een veel duurder project dan aanvankelijk gedacht, mede door onverwachte structurele problemen en de noodzaak om authentieke materialen te gebruiken die moeilijk te verkrijgen zijn.
The restoration of the historic canal house turned out to be a much more expensive project than initially thought, partly due to unexpected structural problems and the need to use authentic materials that are difficult to obtain.
Het is een duur grapje om een privéjet te huren voor een weekendtrip naar een afgelegen eiland, maar voor hen die de kosten kunnen dragen, biedt het een ongeëvenaarde mate van luxe en privacy die commerciële vluchten niet kunnen evenaren.
It's an expensive joke to rent a private jet for a weekend trip to a remote island, but for those who can bear the cost, it offers an unparalleled level of luxury and privacy that commercial flights cannot match.
De aanschaf van een kunstwerk van een wereldberoemde schilder kan ongelooflijk duur zijn, maar velen beschouwen het als een investering die zowel esthetische waarde als potentieel financiële waardestijging biedt, mits het werk van hoge kwaliteit is en goed wordt onderhouden.
Acquiring a work of art by a world-renowned painter can be incredibly expensive, but many consider it an investment that offers both aesthetic value and potential financial appreciation, provided the work is of high quality and well maintained.
Naast de hoge aanschafprijs maken de doorlopende onderhoudskosten een klassieke auto een bijzonder duur bezit, vooral als je originele onderdelen en gespecialiseerde monteurs nodig hebt om de authenticiteit te bewaren.
In addition to the high purchase price, the ongoing maintenance costs make a classic car a particularly expensive possession, especially if you need original parts and specialized mechanics to preserve its authenticity.
De juridische procedure rondom de overname van het bedrijf bleek buitengewoon duur, met talloze advocaten en consultants die betrokken waren bij het opstellen van contracten en het onderhandelen over de voorwaarden, wat uiteindelijk resulteerde in miljoenen aan kosten.
The legal procedure surrounding the company's acquisition turned out to be extraordinarily expensive, with numerous lawyers and consultants involved in drafting contracts and negotiating terms, ultimately resulting in millions in costs.
Het is duur betaald leergeld geweest, maar na die mislukte investering ben ik veel voorzichtiger geworden met mijn financiën en doe ik nu altijd grondig onderzoek voordat ik belangrijke beslissingen neem.
It was an expensive lesson learned, but after that failed investment, I became much more careful with my finances and now always do thorough research before making important decisions.
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
"Dat is duurkoop"
That is an expensive purchase (implies it's bad value)
Die goedkope schoenen waren duurkoop; ze zijn nu al kapot. (Those cheap shoes were an expensive purchase; they're already broken.)
neutral"Iets duur betalen"
To pay dearly for something (to suffer consequences)
Hij moest zijn fout duur betalen. (He had to pay dearly for his mistake.)
neutral"Duur geintje"
An expensive joke/prank (implies it cost a lot of money or effort)
Die reparatie was een duur geintje. (That repair was an expensive joke.)
informal"De duurste aanbieding"
The most expensive offer
Dit is de duurste aanbieding die ik heb gezien. (This is the most expensive offer I have seen.)
neutral"Een duur grapje"
An expensive joke (similar to 'duur geintje')
Dat weekendje weg was een duur grapje. (That weekend trip was an expensive joke.)
informal"Duurder dan verwacht"
More expensive than expected
Het was duurder dan verwacht, maar wel de moeite waard. (It was more expensive than expected, but worth it.)
neutral"Duurzaam product"
Durable/sustainable product (note: 'duur' meaning 'expensive' vs. 'duurzaam' meaning 'durable')
Wij kiezen altijd voor een duurzaam product. (We always choose a durable product.)
neutral"Zijn geld waard zijn"
To be worth its money (often used in contrast to something being 'duur')
Het restaurant is duur, maar het eten is zijn geld waard. (The restaurant is expensive, but the food is worth its money.)
neutral"Kostbaar bezit"
Precious possession (implying something is valuable, often expensive)
Dit boek is een kostbaar bezit voor mij. (This book is a precious possession for me.)
neutral"Uit de kunst"
Excellent, superb (not directly about cost, but can be used to describe something that is expensive and good)
Die maaltijd was uit de kunst, maar ook behoorlijk duur. (That meal was excellent, but also quite expensive.)
neutralशब्द की उत्पत्ति
Old French 'dur'
मूल अर्थ: hard, difficult, strong
Proto-Indo-Europeanसांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
<p>When something is 'duur' in the Netherlands, it generally means it's considered pricey. However, the Dutch are also known for their directness, so if something is 'te duur' (too expensive), you'll likely hear it.</p>
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYou pronounce 'duur' like 'dewr'. The 'uu' sounds like the 'ew' in 'new', and the 'r' is a soft, rolled 'r' sound, common in Dutch.
No, 'duur' can also mean 'long' in terms of time. For example, 'De reis was duur' can mean 'The trip was long'.
The opposite of 'duur' (expensive) is 'goedkoop' (cheap). If it means 'long' (time), the opposite is 'kort' (short).
You can use it like this: 'Die auto is erg duur.' (That car is very expensive.) Or for time: 'De film was te duur.' (The movie was too long.)
No, 'duur' is an adjective and doesn't change its form based on the gender or number of the noun it describes. It remains 'duur'.
A common phrase is 'Het is een dure grap.' (It's an expensive joke), meaning something turned out to be very costly or a mistake.
Think of it this way: if something costs a lot of money, it takes a 'long' time to earn that money. Or, if something is 'long' in duration, it might feel 'expensive' in terms of time spent.
When referring to price, 'duur' is generally negative, as most people prefer things to be cheaper. When referring to time, it's neutral, just stating the duration.
No, you wouldn't say a person is 'duur' in the sense of expensive. You might use it metaphorically to say someone is 'high maintenance' ('iemand die veel kost'), but it's not a direct translation.
'Duur' means expensive in a general sense, focusing on the price. 'Kostbaar' means precious or valuable, implying something is worth a lot due to its rarity or sentiment, not just its price tag. So, a diamond ring is 'kostbaar' and also likely 'duur'.
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In Dutch, the typical sentence structure for a statement is Subject-Verb-Object. 'Die auto' (That car) is the subject, 'is' (is) is the verb, and 'duur' (expensive) describes the car.
'Het boek' (The book) is the subject, 'is' (is) is the verb, 'niet' (not) negates the adjective 'duur' (expensive).
For a question, the verb often comes first. 'Is' (Is) is the verb, 'de nieuwe fiets' (the new bike) is the subject, and 'duur' (expensive) is the adjective.
De nieuwe auto was te ___ voor mijn budget.
The sentence implies that the car was too much for the budget, so 'duur' (expensive) is the correct word.
Ik vind die tas echt prachtig, maar hij is helaas te ___.
The speaker likes the bag but uses 'helaas' (unfortunately), suggesting a negative aspect, which in this case is the price. So, 'duur' (expensive) fits.
Voor zo'n kleine stad zijn de huurprijzen hier behoorlijk ___.
If house prices are 'behoorlijk' (quite) something for a small city, and 'duur' means expensive, it implies the prices are high. While 'hoog' (high) is also plausible, 'duur' directly refers to the cost.
De reparatie van mijn telefoon bleek erg ___ te zijn.
Repairs often come with a cost, and 'erg duur' (very expensive) indicates a significant cost for the repair.
Zij klaagde dat het leven in de stad veel te ___ was geworden.
If someone complains about life in the city, and it's 'veel te' (far too) something, 'duur' (expensive) is a common complaint about city living costs.
Hoewel de kwaliteit goed was, vonden veel mensen de producten te ___.
The phrase 'hoewel de kwaliteit goed was' (although the quality was good) suggests a contrast, implying that despite good quality, there was a negative aspect, which in this context is the price. So, 'duur' (expensive) fits.
Welk woord is een synoniem voor 'kostbaar'?
Het woord 'duur' betekent 'expensive', wat een synoniem is voor 'kostbaar' (costly/precious).
Welke zin gebruikt 'duur' correct in de betekenis van 'expensive'?
In deze zin wordt 'duur' gebruikt om aan te geven dat de auto een hoge prijs heeft. 'De film duurt twee uur' gebruikt 'duurt' in de betekenis van 'lasts'. 'Het is een duurzaam product' gebruikt 'duurzaam' (sustainable). 'Hij heeft een dure smaak' (he has expensive taste) is ook correct, maar de zin 'Die auto is erg duur' is een directer voorbeeld van de letterlijke betekenis van 'expensive'.
Wat is het tegenovergestelde van 'duur' (expensive)?
Het tegenovergestelde van 'duur' (expensive) is 'goedkoop' (cheap).
De zin 'Deze vakantie was te duur' betekent dat de vakantie te lang duurde.
Nee, 'Deze vakantie was te duur' betekent dat de vakantie te veel kostte (was too expensive). Het heeft niets te maken met de duur van de vakantie.
Als iets 'duur' is, heeft het een hoge prijs.
Ja, als iets 'duur' is, betekent dit dat het een hoge prijs heeft (it has a high price / it is expensive).
Het woord 'duur' kan alleen worden gebruikt voor materiële objecten.
Nee, 'duur' kan ook worden gebruikt voor immateriële zaken, zoals 'een dure grap' (an expensive joke, meaning it had costly consequences) of 'dure les' (expensive lesson).
This sentence describes how expensive life can be in the Netherlands.
This sentence expresses an opinion about high rental prices in the city.
This sentence uses 'ondanks dat' (despite that) to indicate a contrast with the price.
De prijzen van huizen zijn de laatste jaren erg __ geworden, waardoor het voor veel starters moeilijk is om iets te kopen.
In this context, 'duur' means expensive, fitting the sentiment that house prices have become very high.
Hoewel de biologische producten vaak wat __ zijn, geef ik toch de voorkeur aan hun kwaliteit en duurzaamheid.
Here, 'duurder' (more expensive) is used to compare the cost of organic products, implying they are pricier.
De reparatie van de auto bleek onverwacht __ mee te vallen, wat een opluchting was na de initiële schatting.
The phrase 'meevallen' implies that the cost was unexpectedly lower than anticipated, so the repair was not as 'duur' as expected.
Het bouwen van een energiezuinig huis is een investering die op de lange termijn niet __ hoeft te zijn, gezien de besparing op energiekosten.
'Kostbaar' is a synonym for 'duur' in this context, referring to something that involves a high cost.
Zulke handgemaakte sieraden zijn altijd een beetje __, maar de unieke kwaliteit maakt het de prijs waard.
Handmade items are often more 'duur' (expensive) due to their craftsmanship and uniqueness.
De investering in hoogwaardige apparatuur mag dan aanvankelijk __ lijken, maar het verlengt de levensduur en verhoogt de efficiëntie aanzienlijk.
Initially, high-quality equipment can seem 'duur' (expensive), but it often pays off in the long run.
Focus on 'duur'.
Listen for the nuanced meaning of 'dure les'.
Pay attention to the contrast presented.
Read this aloud:
Probeer dit uit te spreken: 'De vakantie was duur, maar elke cent waard.'
Focus: duur
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
Zeg de volgende zin: 'Zulke dure cadeaus kan ik me helaas niet veroorloven.'
Focus: dure
तुमने कहा:
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Read this aloud:
Lees dit voor: 'De investering is op de lange termijn duurzaam en rendabel gebleken.'
Focus: duurzaam
तुमने कहा:
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Summary
Duur means expensive, indicating a high price for something.
- High cost
- Not cheap
- Pricey
संबंधित सामग्री
यह शब्द अन्य भाषाओं में
संबंधित मुहावरे
daily_life के और शब्द
aandoen
B2To put on clothing or affect someone emotionally
aanpassen
B1To adjust or adapt to a situation.
aanreiken
B1To offer or hand over.
aanschaffen
B1To buy something
aanstaan
B1To be turned on or to please someone.
aanwezig
B1Present at a certain place.
aardig
A2kind or nice
achteraf
B2Afterwards or in retrospect
activiteit
B1A thing that you do for enjoyment or purpose
adres
A1Details of where someone lives.
