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condescend in Dutch

condescend in Dutch is bevoogden, neerbuigend behandelen — condescend means to treat someone as though they are inferior; to talk down to them.

condescend in Dutch

bevoogden
verb
neerbuigend behandelen
verb

What does "condescend" mean?

  1. verb To treat someone as though they are inferior; to talk down to them.
    "He always condescends to junior staff instead of explaining things properly."
  2. verb To do something considered beneath one's status, often reluctantly.
    "The celebrity finally condescended to answer a few questions from fans."

condescend in a sentence

  • He always condescends to junior staff instead of explaining things properly.
  • She hated the way he condescended to her in meetings.
  • The celebrity finally condescended to answer a few questions from fans.

Common Dutch translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "condescend" in Dutch?

"condescend" in Dutch is bevoogden, neerbuigend behandelen. condescend means: To treat someone as though they are inferior; to talk down to them.

How do you use "condescend" in a sentence?

Example: "He always condescends to junior staff instead of explaining things properly." In Dutch, "condescend" is bevoogden, neerbuigend behandelen.

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

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "condescend": bevoogden, neerbuigend behandelen.

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