onzekerheid /ɔnzˈeːkərhˌɛɪt/ · noun · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "uncertainty".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Dutch)

Source term
uncertainty
Translation
onzekerheid
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
noun
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Article, Gender & Forms

Dutch article information is not stored for this word.

Dictionary form onzekerheid
Regular/likely plural onzekerheiden
Diminutive onzekerheidje
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + onzekerheid
Examples
Er is nog veel onzekerheid over de nieuwe belastingregels.
Tip
Use the article with the noun when the language normally requires one.

Example Sentences

Er is nog veel onzekerheid over de nieuwe belastingregels.

English: There is still a lot of uncertainty about the new tax rules.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Haar onzekerheid over haar toekomstige carrière maakte haar bezorgd.

English: Her uncertainty about her future career was making her anxious.

B2 · Thought And Perception

Onzekere periodes kunnen ook nieuwe, spannende kansen brengen.

English: Periods of uncertainty can also bring exciting new opportunities.

B2 · Thought And Perception

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