Onzeker
Example: Ze voelde zich onzeker over haar presentatie morgen.
Definition
"Onzeker" describes a state of feeling doubtful, unsure, or lacking confidence about something, often related to decisions or outcomes. For example, in the phrase 'Ze voelde zich onzeker over haar presentatie morgen,' it means she felt unsure or uneasy about her presentation tomorrow.
Etymology
The Dutch word "onzeker" comes from the prefix 'on-' meaning 'not' and 'zeker' meaning 'certain' or 'sure.' Together, they form a word that directly translates to 'not certain,' capturing the essence of doubt or insecurity. Did you know? The root 'zeker' is related to the English word 'secure,' highlighting a shared concept of certainty and safety.
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"Onzeker" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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