lekker ding
/ˈlɛ.kər dɪŋ/word by word
The English phrase 'hottie' can be translated into Dutch as lekker ding.
lekker ding is a slang term used to describe a sexually attractive person. While the word lekker is typically used to describe food that is tasty, when applied to a person in this phrase, the meaning shifts to sexual attractiveness.
Meaning: slang: sexually attractive person (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to 'tasty thing'.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
lekker ding is an informal and colloquial way to refer to an attractive person, often used in a playful manner.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈlɛ.kər dɪŋ/ (1 of 2 syllables stressed)
Did you know?
- In Dutch, lekker can be used as an adverb to describe doing something in a satisfying way, such as lekker slapen for 'sleeping soundly'.
- Because lekker is related to the verb lekken, meaning 'to lick', the phrase lekker ding carries a subtle, sensory undertone of physical indulgence.
- The term lekker is so central to Dutch culture that it is often used as a filler word to express general satisfaction or comfort in almost any situation.
Examples in context
- Hij is echt een lekker ding.He is really a hottie.
- Zij is een echt lekker ding.She is a real hottie.
Example conversation
Julia and Daan are people-watching at a cafe.
- JuliaKijk naar die man, wat een lekker ding!Look at that man, what a hottie!
- DaanJe hebt gelijk, hij ziet er goed uit.You are right, he looks good.
- JuliaIk ga hem zeker een knipoog geven.I am definitely going to give him a wink.
- DaanDoe maar rustig, Julia.Take it easy, Julia.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (lekker, ding) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ding, lekker, CC BY-SA 4.0.
