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twee

two

Beginnernumeral

Definition

The number 2.

Example

Ik heb twee katten.

I have two cats.

Etymology

'Twee' comes from the Proto-Germanic 'twai', relating to the numeral two across Germanic languages. It has retained its form relatively consistently throughout history.

How & Where It’s Used

'Twee' is utilized in both formal and informal language contexts, often found in everyday conversation and written texts. It is universally understood across different Dutch-speaking regions.

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