Dutch · Numbers & Time
vier
four
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number 4.
Example
De tafel heeft vier poten.
The table has four legs.
Etymology
'Vier' is derived from Proto-Germanic 'fedwōr', with cognates in several Germanic tongues, indicating a consistent numbering system across cultures with historical roots in early numeral systems.
How & Where It’s Used
'Vier' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, ranging from informal conversations to formal writing. It is recognized in all dialects of Dutch.