bouwvak

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From bouwen (to build, construct) +‎ vak (trade, profession).

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈbɑu̯.vɑk/
  • (file)
  • Hyphenation: bouw‧vak

Noun[edit]

bouwvak n (plural bouwvakken)

  1. The construction business, trade.
  2. The builder's profession, métier.

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Noun[edit]

bouwvak m (plural bouwvakken)

  1. (Netherlands) The construction workers' summer holidays.
    Synonym: bouwverlof

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