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hoest

are coughing

/ɦust/noun

Meanings

  • noun · A2

    A sudden, noisy expulsion of air from the lungs, often caused by an illness.

    Hij heeft al twee weken een vervelende hoest.

  • verb · A2

    To force air out of the throat with a sudden, harsh noise.

    Ik hoest omdat ik verkouden ben.

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