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crime in Dutch

crime in Dutch is misdaad, misdrijf — crime means an act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.

crime in Dutch

misdaad
noun
(countable) A specific act committed in violation of the law, especially criminal law.
misdaad
noun
(uncountable) The habit or practice of committing crimes.
misdrijf
noun
(uncountable) The habit or practice of committing crimes.

What does "crime" mean?

  1. noun An act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.
    "Burglary is a serious crime in most countries."
  2. noun Illegal activity in general.
    "Crime in the city has dropped over the past decade."
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crime in a sentence

  • Burglary is a serious crime in most countries.
  • He was arrested for a crime he says he didn't commit.
  • Crime in the city has dropped over the past decade.

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What is "crime" in Dutch?

"crime" in Dutch is misdaad, misdrijf. crime means: An act that breaks the law and is punishable by the state.

How do you use "crime" in a sentence?

Example: "Burglary is a serious crime in most countries." In Dutch, "crime" is misdaad, misdrijf.

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

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "crime": misdaad, misdrijf.

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