goedzak
Dutch edit
Etymology edit
Univerbation of goed + zak, with secondary stress shift to the first syllable.
Pronunciation edit
Noun edit
goedzak m (plural goedzakken, diminutive goedzakje n)
- A good-natured but usually somewhat oafish man.
- Synonym: lobbes
Usage notes edit
Goedzak is usually affectionate rather than derogatory, but it is considered unflattering nonetheless.