Vies
Example: De vloer is vies na het feestje.
Definition
"Vies" is a Dutch adjective meaning dirty, unclean, or filthy. It is used to describe something that is covered with dirt, stains, or is generally unpleasant to touch or look at. For example, "De vloer is vies na het feestje" means the floor is dirty after the party.
Etymology
The Dutch word "vies" comes from Middle Dutch, with roots in Old Dutch, and is related to the German word "fies," which also means nasty or dirty. Did you know? The word has been used for centuries to describe things that are unpleasant or unclean, showing how long humans have cared about cleanliness!
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"Vies" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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