Zoeken
to tease
01
plagen, pesten
to playfully annoy someone by making jokes or sarcastic remarks
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
Siblings often tease each other as a form of playful banter.
Friends may tease one another with good-natured humor during social gatherings.
Colleagues at the office like to tease each other to create a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
02
opzetten, touperen
to add height and texture to hair by gently combing it backward in small sections
Transitive: to tease hair
Example
She teased her hair to give it more volume for the party.
The stylist carefully teased each layer to achieve a fuller look.
He teased the roots to create a lifted effect at the crown.
03
kammen, borstelen
to gently comb or brush tangled hair in order to make it smooth and separated
Transitive: to tease tangled strands of hair or fabric
Example
She teased the knots from her hair with a gentle brush.
He teased her curly hair to make it easier to style.
She teased the strands gently, avoiding any painful pulling.
04
plagen, boulieren
mock or make fun of playfully
05
splijten, uit elkaar trekken
separate the fibers of
06
tossen, opruwen
to use a teasel to raise or lift the fibers of fabric
Transitive: to tease a fabric
Example
The artisan teased the wool fabric to give it a soft, raised texture.
She carefully teased the nap of the velvet with a teasel to enhance its feel.
The weaver teased the cloth using traditional methods to create a unique pattern.
07
scheuren, verpulveren
to rip or shred something into small parts
Transitive: to tease sth
Example
He teased the paper into small pieces before throwing it in the trash.
He teased the old letter to shreds, unable to hold back his frustration.
The dog teased the toy apart, leaving bits of fabric everywhere.
08
plagen, flirten
to flirt or provoke someone in a suggestive way without intending to fulfill any romantic or physical interest
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
She enjoyed teasing him with a playful smile before walking away.
He teased her with flirtatious comments, knowing he would n’t pursue anything.
She often teased him with lingering glances and subtle touches.
09
pesten, plagen
to repeatedly bother or provoke someone with small, persistent demands or requests
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
She kept teasing him for a ride, even though he had already said no several times.
The child teased her parents with constant questions about the trip.
He teased his friend by asking when he would finish the homework, again and again.
01
plager, joch
someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)
02
de plagerij, de hoon
the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
03
verleidster, femme fatale
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
