droge

This is the 1549th most frequent Dutch word.


droge

"Dry."


Here, 'droge' describes the type of humor, implying it is subtle or not overtly emotional.

Ik houd van droge humor.

I like dry humor.


In this context, 'droge' describes the throat condition, lacking moisture.

Na een lange wandeling voelde ik mijn droge keel.

After a long walk, I felt my dry throat.


Here, 'droge' refers to 'dry', indicating a painting technique that uses paints with minimal moisture.

De schilder gebruikt alleen droge verf technieken.

The painter only uses dry paint techniques.