bang maken /bˈɑŋmˈaːkən/ · verb · CEFR B2. Dutch translation of "terrify".

See also: Translation page (English → Dutch) · Topic: Dutch Uitdagingen en Terugslagen

Translation and Meaning

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Example Sentences

  • Horrorfilms kunnen kleine kinderen ontzettend bang maken. English: Horror movies can really scare small children.
  • Het onweer maakte mijn hond zo bang dat hij onder het bed kroop. English: The thunderstorm made my dog so scared he crawled under the bed.
  • De plotselinge geluiden in de nacht hadden iedereen flink bang gemaakt. English: The sudden noises at night scared everyone a lot.

When and How to Use "bang maken"

Use "bang maken" when you want to talk about "terrify" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What does "bang maken" mean in Dutch?

"bang maken" is the Dutch word for "terrify".

What CEFR level is "bang maken"?

"bang maken" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Dutch vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "bang maken"?

"bang maken" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "bang maken" in a sentence?

Horrorfilms kunnen kleine kinderen ontzettend bang maken.

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