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healwiis *

* half-wise

Someone who is only partly informed or who thinks they know a lot but actually understands only part of the situation. It can also describe someone acting in a way that is somewhat foolish, immature, or lacking good judgment.

"Jou net te folle omtinken oan syn healwize praat; hy wit mar de helte fan it ferhaal."

Added by PetraB

suterich  *

* sloppy, untidy, messy

Something or someone that is not neat, clean, or well-maintained. It can describe a person's appearance, a room, a house, clothing, or even the way someone works.

"De studintekeamer seach der aardich suterich út nei in drokke wike."

Added by PetraB

swiersettich *

* heavy minded

Someone who is serious, solemn, gloomy, or burdened by worries. It can describe a person who appears thoughtful, downcast, or emotionally weighed down.

"Nei it minne nijs siet er de hiele jûn swiersettich foar him út te sjen."

Added by anonymous

doorgewinterd *

* wintered through

Someone who has a lot of experience, who has done something many times before.

Hij is een doorgewinterde journalist die zelfs in de meest chaotische situaties kalm en scherp blijft."

Added by amarens

adidasy *

* adidas

Common term for sneakers, regardless of the actual brand. Can be considered a bit old-fashioned.

"Kupiłem sobie nowe adidasy ostatnio"

Added by anonymous

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