Flemish
UK: ˈflɛmɪʃ | US: ˈflɛmɪʃ
adj. relating to Flanders, its people, or their language
n. the Dutch dialect spoken in Flanders
The term "Flemish" derives from "Flem," referring to the inhabitants of Flanders (a historical region in modern-day Belgium, France, and the Netherlands), combined with the suffix "-ish," which forms adjectives denoting origin or relation. The word traces back to Old Dutch *"Vlaming," meaning "a Fleming." Over time, it evolved to describe the language and cultural attributes of the region. The suffix "-ish" (from Old English "-isc") reinforces its association with the people or place.
The Flemish art of the Renaissance is highly regarded for its detail.
She speaks both French and Flemish fluently.
The Flemish community has a rich tradition of folk dancing.
This map highlights the Flemish provinces of Belgium.
The Flemish dialect varies slightly from standard Dutch.