Dutch Word · Intermediate
kolken
to whirl, to churn
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔl.kə(n)/
Meaning
to whirl, to churn
Example
Er was al een gat in de dijk gekolkt.
The whirling waters had already breached the dyke
Practice tips
- Practice kolken 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.