Dutch Word · Intermediate
versmallen
to narrow, narrow down
Pronunciation: say versmallen
Meaning
to narrow, narrow down
Example
De Grote Kazan is de beroemdste en de nauwste kloof van het traject: de rivier versmalt hier tot 150 meter en bereikt er een diepte tot 53 meter.
The Great Kazan is the most well known and the narrowest gorge of the route: the river here narrows down to 150 meters and reaches a depth of 53 meters.
Practice tips
- Practice versmallen 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.