Dutch Adjectives That Start With S

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Here is a list of 50 commonly used Dutch adjectives that start with the letter “S”, along with their translations.

List of Dutch Adjectives Starting With S

  1. Saai – Boring
  2. Sappig – Juicy
  3. Scherp – Sharp
  4. Schimmelig – Moldy
  5. Schitterend – Splendid
  6. Schokkend – Shocking
  7. Schoon – Clean
  8. Schuchter – Shy
  9. Schuldig – Guilty
  10. Seizoensgebonden – Seasonal
  11. Sensueel – Sensual
  12. Sereen – Serene
  13. Simpele – Simple
  14. Simpelweg – Simply
  15. Slaperig – Sleepy
  16. Slank – Slim
  17. Slim – Clever
  18. Slordig – Messy
  19. Sloom – Slow
  20. Smaakvol – Tasteful
  21. Smerig – Dirty
  22. Snel – Fast
  23. Sociaal – Social
  24. Specifiek – Specific
  25. Spectaculair – Spectacular
  26. Speels – Playful
  27. Spits – Pointed
  28. Spiritueel – Spiritual
  29. Spontaan – Spontaneous
  30. Sprankelend – Sparkling
  31. Sprookjesachtig – Fairytale-like
  32. Stabiel – Stable
  33. Sterk – Strong
  34. Stevig – Firm
  35. Stijf – Stiff
  36. Stil – Quiet
  37. Stoffig – Dusty
  38. Stoer – Tough
  39. Stralend – Radiant
  40. Strategisch – Strategic
  41. Stressvol – Stressful
  42. Strikt – Strict
  43. Stroperig – Sticky
  44. Structureel – Structural
  45. Stuitend – Offensive
  46. Subtiel – Subtle
  47. Succesvol – Successful
  48. Sympathiek – Friendly
  49. Systematisch – Systematic
  50. Synthetisch – Synthetic

Examples of Usage With Translations

  1. Het boek was zo saai dat ik in slaap viel na tien pagina’s.
    The book was so boring that I fell asleep after ten pages.

  2. De sinaasappel was sappig en vol van smaak.
    The orange was juicy and full of flavor.

  3. Het mes is scherp genoeg om door het brood te snijden.
    The knife is sharp enough to cut through the bread.

  4. De oude kelder rook schimmelig en vochtig.
    The old cellar smelled moldy and damp.

  5. Het uitzicht vanaf de berg was werkelijk schitterend.
    The view from the mountain was truly splendid.

  6. Ze was schuchter bij haar eerste presentatie, maar deed het goed.
    She was shy during her first presentation, but she did well.

  7. De soep was smaakvol en perfect gekruid.
    The soup was tasteful and perfectly seasoned.

  8. Hij is sociaal en maakt gemakkelijk vrienden.
    He is social and makes friends easily.

  9. De nieuwe film bevatte spectaculaire actie-scènes.
    The new movie featured spectacular action scenes.

  10. Haar stralende glimlach maakte mijn dag beter.
    Her radiant smile made my day better.

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