Dutch Word · Intermediate
werven
to recruit, notably for enlistment or civil employment
Pronunciation: /ˈʋɛr.və(n)/
Meaning
to recruit, notably for enlistment or civil employment
Example
Hij hoopt met zijn actie fondsen te werven voor kankeronderzoek.
With his action he hopes to obtain funds for cancer research.
Practice tips
- Practice werven 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.