Vowels: The Dutch language contains short vowels and long vowels. Vowels are pronounced short when they are written in single (i.e. a, e, i, o, u) and when the word contains only one syllable or when the vowel is followed by at least two consonants. Furthermore, short vowels are never the last letter in a word.owels: The Dutch language contains short vowels and long vowels. Vowels are pronounced short when they are written in single (i.e. a, e, i, o, u) and when the word contains only one syllable or when the vowel is followed by at least two consonants. Furthermore, short vowels are never the last letter in a word.
Clasping definition, (of a leaf) partly or wholly surrounding the stem. See more.
hold (hÉÊld) vb, holds, holding or held (hÉld) 1. to have or keep (an object) with or within the hands, arms, etc; clasp 2. (tr) to support or bear: to hold a drowning man's head above water. 3. to maintain or be maintained in a specified state or condition: to hold one's emotions in check; hold firm.