teleurstelling
disappointment
Intermediate Noun common
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Pronunciation
/təˈløːr.stɛ.lɪŋ/
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Cultural Note
Teleurstelling comes from 'teleurstellen' (to disappoint). The Dutch tend to express disappointment directly rather than masking it with politeness. Saying 'dat valt me tegen' (that disappoints me, literally 'that falls against me') is a very Dutch way to voice mild disappointment.
📝 Example Sentences
De teleurstelling was groot toen het feest werd afgelast.
The disappointment was great when the party was cancelled.
Hij probeerde zijn teleurstelling te verbergen.
He tried to hide his disappointment.
Elke teleurstelling is een les.
Every disappointment is a lesson.