Dutch Word · Intermediate
drijfzand
quicksand
Pronunciation: /ˈdrɛi̯f.sɑnt/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "quicksand".
Example
Hij kwam in drijfzand terecht en wist zich met moeite eruit te bevrijden.
He landed in quicksand and extricated himself from it only with difficulty.
Practice tips
- Practice drijfzand 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.