Gouda

noun

Gou·​da ˈgü-də 

: a mild cheese of Dutch origin that is similar to Edam but contains more fat

Examples of Gouda in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

High-protein cheeses like Swiss and Gouda are good stacking options. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026

Instead of Cheddar cheese, try white Cheddar or Gouda. — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 12 June 2026

That’s one of the menu favorites, along with a turkey-brie sandwich with apricot preserves, a roast-beef-and-cheddar on ciabatta or a ham-and Gouda on a croissant. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 May 2026

Those are both in-state prospects in 4-star CB Chance Gilbert and 4-star LB Joakim Gouda. — Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 29 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Gouda, Netherlands

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

Geographical Definition

Gouda

geographical name

Gou·​da ˈgau̇-də 

ˈgü-, 

ˈḵau̇-

commune in the southwestern part of the Netherlands northeast of Rotterdam and famous for its cheese (Gouda) population 71,688