Achtereenvolgend
Example: We hebben drie achtereenvolgende dagen regen gehad.
Definition
"Achtereenvolgend" is an adverb meaning happening one after another in sequence without interruption. For example, in the phrase 'We hebben drie achtereenvolgende dagen regen gehad,' it describes three consecutive days of rain occurring continuously.
Etymology
The Dutch word "achtereenvolgend" combines 'achter' meaning 'behind' or 'after,' 'een' meaning 'one,' and 'volgend,' the present participle of 'volgen' meaning 'to follow.' Together, it literally means 'following one after another,' perfectly describing a sequence of events.
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"Achtereenvolgend" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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