Dutch · Grammar & Function Words
jij
you
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Second person singular subject pronoun.
Example
Jij spreekt goed Nederlands.
You speak Dutch well.
Etymology
'Jij' is derived from the Old Dutch 'jē,' which is a second-person singular pronoun. This has evolved through centuries to address individuals in a familiar way.
How & Where It’s Used
'Jij' is commonly used in informal contexts, primarily in spoken language, but is sometimes found in written texts as well, making it a personal form of address.