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

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

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Dictionary form onzekerheid
Regular/likely plural onzekerheiden
Diminutive onzekerheidje
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + onzekerheid
Examples
Dit is onzekerheid.
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 · thoughtAndPerception

Haar onzekerheid over haar toekomstige carrière maakte haar bezorgd.

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

B2 · thoughtAndPerception

Onzekere periodes kunnen ook nieuwe, spannende kansen brengen.

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

B2 · thoughtAndPerception

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