Dutch Word · Intermediate
roofbouw
overstraining
Pronunciation: /ˈroːf.bɑu̯/
Meaning
overstraining
Example
De protesten tegen roofbouw in de oerbossen namen toe.
The protests against excessive exploitation in the primeval forests intensified.
Practice tips
- Practice roofbouw 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.