ontstaan /ɔntstˈaːn/ · verb · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "arise".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Dutch) · Topic: Dutch Prestatie en Vooruitgang

Source term
arise
Translation
ontstaan
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form ontstaan
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + ontstaan
Examples
We moeten vaak ontstaan.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Dutch Prestatie en Vooruitgang.

Example Sentences

Als er problemen ontstaan, moeten ze snel worden opgelost om iedereen te helpen.

English: If problems arise, they should be solved quickly to help everyone.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Tijdens de laatste bouwfase ontstonden meerdere problemen.

English: Several problems arose during the final stage of construction.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Als er vragen zijn, neem dan meteen contact op met ons ondersteuningsteam.

English: If any questions arise, please contact our support team immediately.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

Sinds ze haar carrière heeft veranderd, zijn er onverwachte kansen gekomen.

English: Unexpected opportunities have arisen since she changed her career path.

B2 · Achievement and Progress

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