raadhuis

Dutch

Alternative forms

  • raadshuis (rare)

Etymology

From Middle Dutch râethuus. Equivalent to raad +‎ huis.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈraːt.ɦœy̯s/
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  • Hyphenation: raad‧huis

Noun

raadhuis n (plural raadhuizen, diminutive raadhuisje n)

  1. the assembly building of a local/municipal council

Descendants

  • → Papiamentu: raadhuis (dated)
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