verkenning /vərkˈɛnɪŋ/ · noun · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "exploration".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Dutch)

Source term
exploration
Translation
verkenning
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
noun
Image
Photo of verkenning (Dutch)

Pronunciation audio — Open the full phoneme overview

Listen to how "verkenning" sounds in Dutch.

Article, Gender & Forms

Dutch article information is not stored for this word.

Dictionary form verkenning
Regular/likely plural verkenningen
Diminutive verkenningje
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + verkenning
Examples
Hun verkenning van de grot onthulde mooie prehistorische rotstekeningen.
Tip
Use the article with the noun when the language normally requires one.

Example Sentences

Ruimteonderzoek heeft mensen al vele generaties gefascineerd.

English: Space exploration has fascinated humans for many generations.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Hun verkenning van de grot onthulde mooie prehistorische rotstekeningen.

English: Their exploration of the cave revealed beautiful prehistoric paintings.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Ze blijft elk seizoen nieuwe muziekstijlen ontdekken.

English: She continues her exploration of new musical styles every season.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Related vocabulary

approach

benadering

Photo of benaderingnoun

hearing

gehoor

Photo of gehoornoun

exposure

blootstelling

Photo of blootstellingnoun

preparation

voorbereiding

Photo of voorbereidingnoun

concern

zorg

Photo of zorgnoun

investigation

onderzoek

Photo of onderzoeknoun

requirement

vereiste

Photo of vereistenoun

commitment

toewijding

Photo of toewijdingnoun

recognition

erkenning

Photo of erkenningnoun

initiative

initiatief

Photo of initiatiefnoun

examination

onderzoek

Photo of onderzoeknoun

perspective

perspectief

Photo of perspectiefnoun

Practice this in SmartWords

Move from lookup to repetition with guided vocabulary exercises, saved words, and CEFR-based lesson paths.

Practice this in SmartWords

Keep exploring

Previous exploit English → Dutch Next explore English → Dutch

Play SmartWords games

Six word games built around our real vocabulary — free in the browser, no install.

Open the game hub →
  • Word Sling illustration

    Word Sling

    Match the center word under time pressure and keep the combo alive.

    Play now →
  • Word Gate illustration

    Word Gate

    Fly through the correct gate before the speed ramps up.

    Play now →
  • Word Ninja illustration

    Word Ninja

    Slice the goal-language words, avoid the main-language decoy, and chase the announced bonus target.

    Play now →
  • Word Zip illustration

    Word Zip

    Trace a single path across the board, hit each letter anchor in order, and fill every open cell.

    Play now →
  • Word Oddity illustration

    Word Oddity

    Pick the word that doesn't belong from a topic-driven set — every tap reveals all four meanings and images so the round becomes a flash-card too.

    Play now →
  • Word Memory illustration

    Word Memory

    Flip and match goal-language words to their main-language meaning before your lives run out.

    Play now →