goedzak

Dutch

Etymology

Univerbation of goed +‎ zak, with secondary stress shift to the first syllable.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɣut.sɑk/

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• Hyphenation: goed‧zak

Noun

goedzak m (plural goedzakken, diminutive goedzakje n)

1. a good-natured but usually somewhat oafish man

   Synonym: lobbes

Usage notes

Goedzak is usually affectionate rather than derogatory, but it is considered unflattering nonetheless.