detention in Dutch
detention in Dutch is hechtenis, detentie, houderschap — detention means the state of being held in official custody, especially while awaiting trial.
detention in Dutch
hechtenis
detentie
houderschap
What does "detention" mean?
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noun The state of being held in official custody, especially while awaiting trial.
"He was held in detention for two months before the hearing."
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noun A school punishment requiring a student to stay behind after hours.
"She got detention for talking back to the teacher."
detention in a sentence
- He was held in detention for two months before the hearing.
- She got detention for talking back to the teacher.
Similar words in Dutch
Common Dutch translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "detention" in Dutch?
"detention" in Dutch is hechtenis, detentie, houderschap. detention means: The state of being held in official custody, especially while awaiting trial.
How do you use "detention" in a sentence?
Example: "He was held in detention for two months before the hearing." In Dutch, "detention" is hechtenis, detentie, houderschap.
Are there other ways to say "detention" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "detention": hechtenis, detentie, houderschap.
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