godshuis

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch godshuus. Equivalent to god (“god”) +‎ -s- (“house”, genitival interfix) +‎ huis.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɣɔts.ɦœy̯s/

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• Hyphenation: gods‧huis

Noun

godshuis n (plural godshuizen, diminutive godshuisje n)

1. A house of worship (building for religious services).
2. (now Belgium) A hospice, a charitable institution providing housing to the elderly, the infirm, etc.

   Synonym: gasthuis