klaproos
/ˈklɑproːs/feminine
The Dutch word for poppy is klaproos. If unsure, use klaproos. Wiktionary also lists maankop.
Meaning: plant of the genus Papaver (noun)
Ways to say it
| Dutch | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| klaproos | /ˈklɑproːs/ | feminine |
| maankop | /ˈmaːn.kɔp/ | masculine, neuter |
This term refers to the plant of the genus Papaver.
Which one should you use?
klaproos is a feminine noun, while maankop is masculine or neuter. The diminutive form klaproosjes is frequently used in Dutch to refer to small poppy flowers in a field or garden.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word klaproos is a feminine noun. The word maankop can be used as either a masculine or a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈklɑproːs/
Did you know?
- While klaproos is the standard term, you might also hear the poetic maankop, which literally translates to 'moon head'.
- The word klaproos sounds like something that makes a noise, because it is related to the Dutch verb klappen, which means 'to pop' or 'to bang'.
- While the flower is called klaproos, the word roos in Dutch refers to both the poppy and the rose.
Examples in context
- De papaver is een prachtige bloem.The poppy is a beautiful flower.
- Kijk eens naar die mooie klaprozen in het veld!Look at those beautiful poppies in the field!
- De rode klaproos bloeit in de tuin.The red poppy is blooming in the garden.
- Ik zie een kleine klaproos in het gras.I see a small poppy in the grass.
- Deze klaproos heeft prachtige bloemen.This poppy has beautiful flowers.
Example conversation
Lisa and Lucas are walking through a field.
- LisaKijk, Lucas, daar staat een klaproos!Look, Lucas, there is a poppy there!
- LucasJa, die is echt erg mooi.Yes, that one is really very beautiful.
- LisaZal ik er een voor je plukken?Shall I pick one for you?
- LucasNee, laat de klaproos maar staan.No, just leave the poppy standing.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “poppy” translations and entries klaproos, maankop, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries klaproos, maankop, CC BY-SA 4.0.
