Dutch

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Etymology

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From flauw +‎ -te.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈflɑu̯.tə/
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  • Hyphenation: flauw‧te

Noun

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flauwte f (plural flauwten or flauwtes, diminutive flauwtetje n)

  1. feebleness, weakness; the quality of lacking strength or vigour
  2. a sudden loss of consciousness; syncope
  3. (economics) low demand in markets

Descendants

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  • Negerhollands: flaauwte