Dutch Word · Intermediate
dinosaurus
dinosaur, archosaur of the super-order Dinosauria
Pronunciation: /ˌdi.noːˈsɑu̯.rʏs/
Meaning
dinosaur, archosaur of the super-order Dinosauria
Example
Dit dijbeen is daarom merkwaardig, omdat 't het bestaan eener derde soort „Dinosaurus” in de formatie bij Maastricht doet vermoeden.
This femur is therefore remarkable, because it gives cause to suspect the existence of a third species of dinosaur in the formation near Maastricht.
Practice tips
- Practice dinosaurus 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.