Dutch Word · Intermediate
aardbeving
earthquake
Pronunciation: /ˈaːrt.beː.vɪŋ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "earthquake".
Example
De intensiteitsschaal van Mercalli is een schaal om de sterkte van aardbevingen uit te drukken.
The Mercalli intensity scale is a scale for expressing the strength of earthquakes.
Practice tips
- Practice aardbeving out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Dutch word is for intermediate-level learners.