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intimate in Dutch

intimate in Dutch is innig, intiem, laten doorschemeren — intimate means very close and familiar, especially emotionally.

intimate in Dutch

innig

adj

Closely acquainted; familiar.

intiem

adj

Closely acquainted; familiar.

intiem

adj

laten doorschemeren

verb

(ambitransitive) To suggest or disclose (something) discreetly.

suggereren

verb

(ambitransitive) To suggest or disclose (something) discreetly.

What does "intimate" mean?

adjective Very close and familiar, especially emotionally.
"The two sisters shared an intimate bond that nobody else understood."
adjective Private or personal, often relating to sex or the body.
"Please don't ask about such intimate matters in front of strangers."
noun A very close friend.
"The author's closest intimates were invited to the private reading."
verb To suggest or hint at something without stating it directly.
"Her smile intimated that she already knew the secret."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

intimate in a sentence

The two sisters shared an intimate bond that nobody else understood.
She felt safe in the intimate company of her oldest friends.
Please don't ask about such intimate matters in front of strangers.
The doctor kept all intimate medical details strictly confidential.

Similar words in Dutch

adumbrate close confidant familiar insinuate knowledgeable private suggest

Common Dutch translations

the of to and A in I IS that for you IT

Frequently asked questions

What is "intimate" in Dutch?

"intimate" in Dutch is innig, intiem, laten doorschemeren. intimate means: Very close and familiar, especially emotionally.

How do you use "intimate" in a sentence?

Example: "The two sisters shared an intimate bond that nobody else understood." In Dutch, "intimate" is innig, intiem, laten doorschemeren.

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

Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "intimate": innig, intiem, laten doorschemeren, suggereren.

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