The Dutch word for to sit is
zitten

Dutch Definition
sit | |
1. (ik) zit | |
2. (we) zitten |
Translations for sit and their definitions
zitten | ![]() | |
1. v. to sit | ||
Ze zaten op de bank. - They were sitting on the couch. | ||
2. v. to be, to be placed or located | ||
Zijn vinger zit tussen de deur. - His finger is stuck in the door. | ||
Ik zit in de trein. - I sit in the train. | ||
3. v. (auxiliary) Forms a continuous aspect. Although it carries an implication of sitting, this is vague and is not strictly required or emphasized. | ||
Terwijl jij rustig je tijd neemt, zit ik hier voor niets te wachten. - While you're taking your time, I am waiting here for nothing. | ||
4. v. to have a meeting, to consult, to sit down | ||
Ik zit morgen met de projectleider over de verdere implementatie van het verandertraject. - Tomorrow, I'll have a meeting with the project manager about the further implementation of the transf |
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