Dutch · Grammar & Function Words
ik
I
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
First person singular subject pronoun.
Example
Ik heet Jan.
I am called Jan.
Etymology
'Ik' comes from the Proto-Germanic '*ek,' which is a first-person singular pronoun. This word has retained a consistent form throughout the evolution of Dutch.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ik' is used in everyday spoken and written language across all social contexts, serving as a standard way to refer to oneself.