Dutch Word · Intermediate
omstreek
the area surrounding a locale, the surroundings
Pronunciation: /ˈɔm.streːk/
Meaning
the area surrounding a locale, the surroundings
Example
Er was in de omstreek van de oude boerderij geen waterbron te bekennen.
There wasn't any source of water to be found in the surroundings of the old farm.
Practice tips
- Practice omstreek 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.