Dutch Expression · Intermediate
zorgen maken
to be concerned, to worry
Pronunciation: /ˈzɔr.xə(n)ˈmaː.kə(n)/
Meaning
to be concerned, to worry
Example
Ik begon me pas zorgen te maken toen hij om zes uur nog niet thuis was.
I only started to worry when he still wasn't home by six.
Practice tips
- Practice zorgen maken 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.