laffe

This is the 1620th most frequent Dutch word.


laffe

"Laffe" means "cowardly" or "pusillanimous."


Here, 'laffe' is used as an adjective describing a dog as cowardly or timid.

De laffe hond vluchtte bij het zien van de kat.

The cowardly dog fled upon seeing the cat.


In this case, 'laffe' modifies 'gedrag' (behavior), indicating the type of behavior is cowardly.

Het laffe gedrag van de man viel iedereen op.

The cowardly behavior of the man caught everyone's attention.


Here, 'laffe' is used to describe the nature of the choice, implying a lack of bravery or fortitude.

Ze verwijt hem zijn laffe keuze te maken.

She reproaches him for making his cowardly choice.