What is a material adjective?
A material adjective describes the material something is made of. In Dutch, these adjectives often end in -en, like ‘gouden’ (golden) or ‘houten’ (wooden).
How to use material adjectives?
- You place the material adjective before the noun it describes.
- It agrees in gender and number with the noun.
Examples:
| Dutch | English |
|---|---|
| de gouden ring | the golden ring |
| de houten tafel | the wooden table |
| de zilveren ketting | the silver chain |
| het ijzeren hek | the iron gate |
Tips to remember:
- Material adjectives are very descriptive.
- They help you give specific details about items!
Try using material adjectives in your sentences to practice!