Dutch Word · Intermediate
janboel
mess, chaos, disorderly situation
Pronunciation: /ˈjɑn.bul/
Meaning
mess, chaos, disorderly situation
Example
Robert Giebels, "De nieuwe mag het oplossen", Volkskrant, January 12, 2016.
Maybe because Van Miltenburg made a mess of the situation.
Practice tips
- Practice janboel 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.