Dutch Word · Intermediate
droogte
drought
Pronunciation: /ˈdroːx.tə/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "drought".
Example
De droogte heeft de oogst dit jaar sterk beïnvloed.
The drought has greatly affected the harvest this year.
Practice tips
- Practice droogte 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.