kappen

This is the 5251st most frequent Dutch word.


kappen

"To cut" or "to stop."


In this sentence, 'kappen' is used as an informal verb meaning 'to stop' or 'to cease'. It's often used colloquially in commanding someone to end an action.

Kun je stoppen met dat gezang? Kap ermee!

Can you stop with that singing? Cut it out!


Here, 'kappen' means 'to cut down' in the context of physically cutting a tree or similar object. It's utilized in its literal sense.

We moeten de oude boom kappen voordat hij omvalt.

We need to cut down the old tree before it falls over.


In this instance, 'kappen' signifies 'to halt' or 'to terminate' a process or action, used figuratively regarding ceasing activities like a renovation.

Het pand is niet meer veilig; ze hebben besloten de renovatie te kappen.

The building is no longer safe; they've decided to halt the renovation.