Dutch Word · Intermediate
naken
to draw near, to approach, to be imminent
Pronunciation: /ˈnaːkə(n)/
Meaning
to draw near, to approach, to be imminent
Example
het nakende onweer
the approaching thunderstorm
Practice tips
- Practice naken 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.