Dutch Word · Intermediate
janken
to whine
Pronunciation: say janken
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to whine".
Example
De hond jankte zachtjes door de pijn.
The dog whined softly because of the pain.
Practice tips
- Practice janken 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.