This and these (deze, dit)
To point out objects close to you, the Dutch word for "this" or "these" depends on the noun's gender and number.
Deze (this / these)
If the noun is a singular de-word, use deze ("this").
| These pants are very expensive. | Deze broek is erg duur. |
| This sweater is very warm. | Deze trui is heel warm. |
Use deze for all plural nouns to mean "these", regardless of whether they are de or het words.
| Do these shoes fit? | Passen deze schoenen? |
Dit (this)
If the noun is a singular het-word, use dit ("this").
| This shirt does not fit. | Dit overhemd past niet. |
| Is this watch expensive? | Is dit horloge duur? |
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