Dutch Word · Intermediate
terreur
terror, instance or cause of fear
Pronunciation: /tɛˈrøːr/
Meaning
terror, instance or cause of fear
Example
De bevolking leefde jarenlang onder een terreur van geweld en onderdrukking.
For years, the population lived under a regime of terror marked by violence and oppression.
Practice tips
- Practice terreur 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.