Dutch Word · Intermediate
voorkomen
to exist, to occur
Pronunciation: /ˈvoːrˌkoːmə(n)/
Meaning
to exist, to occur
Example
Deze soort komt niet voor in Afrika.
This species doesn't occur in Africa.
Practice tips
- Practice voorkomen 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.