Translation and Meaning
- Word: ontmoedigen
- Language: Dutch
- Meaning: discourage
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: verb
- Topic: Dutch Uitdagingen en Terugslagen
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Example Sentences
- Als je één keer faalt, laat het dan je toekomstige inspanning niet ontmoedigen. English: If you fail once, do not let it discourage your future effort.
When and How to Use "ontmoedigen"
Use "ontmoedigen" when you want to talk about "discourage" in Dutch. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the Dutch Uitdagingen en Terugslagen topic. Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Dutch study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
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