Dutch Word · Intermediate
doorstaan
to endure, to weather, to withstand
Pronunciation: /doːrˈstaːn/
Meaning
to endure, to weather, to withstand
Example
Veel van de dichtkunst van de oude Grieken heeft de tand des tijds doorstaan.
Much of the poetry of the ancient Greeks has withstood the test of time.
Practice tips
- Practice doorstaan 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.