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clan in Dutch

clan in Dutch is clan, stam, sibbe — clan means a large group of related families claiming descent from a common ancestor.

clan in Dutch

clan
noun
A traditional social group of families in the Scottish Highlands having a common hereditary chieftain.
stam
noun
A traditional social group of families in the Scottish Highlands having a common hereditary chieftain.
sibbe
noun
A traditional social group of families in the Scottish Highlands having a common hereditary chieftain.

What does "clan" mean?

  1. noun A large group of related families claiming descent from a common ancestor.
    "The Scottish clan gathered for its annual reunion."
  2. noun Informally, any close-knit group bound by loyalty, such as an extended family or team.
    "The whole clan showed up for Christmas dinner."
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clan in a sentence

  • The Scottish clan gathered for its annual reunion.
  • Different clans in the region have their own tartans.
  • The whole clan showed up for Christmas dinner.

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What is "clan" in Dutch?

"clan" in Dutch is clan, stam, sibbe. clan means: A large group of related families claiming descent from a common ancestor.

How do you use "clan" in a sentence?

Example: "The Scottish clan gathered for its annual reunion." In Dutch, "clan" is clan, stam, sibbe.

Are there other ways to say "clan" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "clan": clan, stam, sibbe.

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