Dutch Word · Beginner
zorgenkind
a problem child, troubled and/or troublesome youngster or offspring
Pronunciation: /ˈzɔr.ɣə(n)ˌkɪnt/
Meaning
a problem child, troubled and/or troublesome youngster or offspring
Example
De ouders zijn bezorgd over hun zorgenkind dat moeite heeft om op school mee te komen.
The parents are worried about their troubled youngster who is struggling to keep up at school.
Practice tips
- Practice zorgenkind 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 beginner-level learners.