Lawaaierige

Lawaaierige is a Dutch adjective that translates to "noisy" or "loud" in English. It is used to describe a situation, environment, or sound that is characterized by a high volume or intensity of noise. This can range from everyday sounds like traffic or construction to more specific instances of loud music, shouting, or a generally boisterous atmosphere.

The term "lawaaierige" can be applied subjectively, as what one person considers noisy, another might find acceptable. However, it generally refers to sounds that are disruptive, intrusive, or unpleasant due to their volume. In formal contexts, the intensity of the noise might be measured in decibels, but colloquially, "lawaaierige" simply conveys the sense of excessive sound.

Examples of its usage might include "een lawaaierige straat" (a noisy street), "een lawaaierige machine" (a noisy machine), or "een lawaaierige groep mensen" (a noisy group of people). It can also describe a more abstract feeling of cacophony or overwhelming sound. The opposite of lawaaierige would be stille (quiet) or rustig (calm/peaceful).