Dutch · Grammar & Function Words
in
in
Beginnerpreposition
Definition
Expressing location within something.
Example
De kat zit in de mand.
The cat sits in the basket.
Etymology
The preposition 'in' has its origins in the Latin word 'in', which carries the same meaning and has been adopted across many languages including Dutch, maintaining its basic function.
How & Where It’s Used
'In' is used both formally and informally in various contexts, including spoken and written Dutch, without significant regional variation.