Dutch Word · Intermediate
rafelen
to fray, unravel
Pronunciation: /ˈraː.fə.lə(n)/
Meaning
to fray, unravel
Example
Die broek is helemaal aan het rafelen.
That pair of pants is becoming unraveled.
Practice tips
- Practice rafelen 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.