Dutch · Places & Geography
het zuiden
south
Beginnernoun
Definition
The direction towards the South Pole.
Example
Ze reist naar het zuiden.
She travels to the south.
Etymology
'Het zuiden' is derived from the Old Dutch term 'sudina', related to historical navigation and exploration in the southern directions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Het zuiden' has both formal and informal uses, particularly in geography, climate discussions, and direction. It is familiar in everyday Dutch.