In Dutch, eigenwijs means stubborn, headstrong, always knowing better. But the word contains wijs: wise. Hence the joke: Eigenwijs is ook wijs, being stubborn is being wise too.

What it says

EIGENWIJS in pink, IS OOK WIJS in light lettering, and a fuchsia heart, on a taupe tile.

Who it's for

• a Dutch-speaking teenager who always wants the last word
• a Flemish friend who goes her own way
• anyone learning Dutch who loves a bit of wordplay

Good to know

• Ceramic tile of about 10 x 10 cm
• Brand: Yett
• Stand sold separately: wood or black for one tile, a duo stand for two, or the gold stand with a little flower