Dutch Word · Intermediate
behelzen
to contain
Pronunciation: /bəˈɦɛlzə(n)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to contain".
Example
Een tweetallige as behelst een draaiing over 180 graden.
A twofold axis involves a rotation of 180 degrees.
Practice tips
- Practice behelzen 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.