Dutch has been influenced by other languages, whereas German remained much closer to its original form.ĭutch also differs from German in terms of pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. However, many of the words and grammar rules have changed over time.

Linguistically, Dutch and German are very similar, and they both evolved from the same ancestral language. German is also a West Germanic language, primarily spoken in Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Luxembourg. Dutch is a West Germanic language, mostly spoken in the Netherlands, Northern Belgium and Suriname. In some cases, the name could be of Chinese, Vietnamese, or other Asian origin, however this cannot be verified with any certainty. While it is possible that the surname originated in some part of the world, it is not known definitively. It is not found in the US Census Bureau’s records, nor is it a common surname in other countries. The name Fok does not appear to be linked to any particular nationality. Interestingly, in Dutch when talking about one’s own father the word used is usually “mijn Vader” which translates to “my Father”. In more formal occasions, the Dutch will use the word “Oom” which translates to “uncle”. This is the informal form of the word, which is most commonly used in day-to-day conversations.

In Dutch, the word for Dad is “Vader” which is pronounced “VAH-der”. Some German linguists have also suggested that Fokken is derived from the word “Vogel”, which means “bird” in German. While the term is not considered polite or socially acceptable, it is still in use in certain areas and can often be heard in casual conversations.įokken also has a few different variations, such as Foken, Fokenne, Fokkenit and more. This term is used in certain places and is most commonly used by younger people. Fokken in German is a slang term used in certain areas to mean the same as “fuck” in English.

Common german words in english