Amsterdam regional language

lekker

Tasty, pleasant, attractive, comfortable, or simply very good.

Meaning and local context

In Amsterdam conversation it can praise food, weather, sleep, music, or a general experience.

Example in conversation

We had a lekker afternoon by the canal.

Plain meaning: We had a really enjoyable afternoon by the canal.

Common misunderstanding

Its meaning changes with the noun, so translating it only as delicious is often too narrow.

Use with care

Regional expressions depend on relationship, tone, age, and setting. Listen to local speakers before copying the term, and prefer plain language where clarity matters.

Remember it

Connect lekker with its core idea: Tasty, pleasant, attractive, comfortable, or simply very good.