Palestijnse

Palestijnse is the Dutch adjective and feminine singular form used to indicate a relation to Palestine or to Palestinians, and it also serves as the plural form for feminine and mixed-gender groups. It is used to describe feminine nouns or plural nouns, for example: Palestijnse vrouw, Palestijnse inwoners, Palestijnse cultuur. The corresponding masculine singular form is Palestijns, as in Palestijnse man versus Palestijnsman in compounds. In practice, native speakers typically combine Palestijnse with a noun to denote people or things associated with Palestinian identity or with the region.

In usage, Palestijnse can refer to nationality, ethnicity, culture, or aspects tied to the Palestinian territories and the Palestinian people. Common collocations include Palestijnse cultuur, Palestijnse identiteit, Palestijnse diaspora, and Palestijnse politiek. The term is used in neutral, descriptive contexts in media, scholarship, and everyday speech. When referring specifically to individuals, the preferred phrasing is usually a combination of Palestijnse with a noun describing the person, such as Palestijnse vrouw, Palestijnse student, or Palestijnse burger.

Linguistically, Palestinians typically speak Arabic, and Dutch texts may also discuss Palestinian Arabic dialects or linguistic features when relevant. The term Palestijnse coexists with references to geographic or political entities such as the Palestinian territories, the State of Palestine, and the broader Palestinian national and cultural community. The use of Palestijnse aims to be descriptive and non-judgmental, reflecting identity, heritage, and shared cultural references without endorsing any political position.