Voor

/voːr/ preposition

Definition

Dutch/Afrikaans preposition meaning 'for', 'before', or 'in front of'

Etymology

From Middle Dutch vore, from Old Dutch fora, cognate with English 'for' and German 'vor'

Kelly Says

This little Dutch word packs a punch - it's one of the most versatile prepositions in the language, appearing in everything from 'voor altijd' (forever) to street addresses!

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