Dutch Word · Intermediate
kruien
to form or have formed an ice shove or ice jam
Pronunciation: /ˈkrœy̯ə(n)/
Meaning
to form or have formed an ice shove or ice jam
Example
Vanwege het kruiend ijs voeren de schepen in konvooi.
Due to the ice jam the ships sailed in convoy.
Practice tips
- Practice kruien 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.