The solution to the cryptogram “een hoop lekkers in zee” is “snoepvis” (Dutch for “candy fish”).
Here’s the breakdown:
- een hoop: translates to “a lot” or “a bunch”
- lekkers: translates to “treats” or “sweets”
- in zee: translates to “in the sea”
The entire phrase doesn’t make literal sense, but it’s a common cryptogram tactic to use nonsensical phrases that hint at the actual solution. In this case, “a bunch of sweets in the sea” suggests something sweet “in the sea,” which leads to “snoepvis” (candy fish).