Zoeken
01
dun, slank
having opposite sides or surfaces that are close together
Example
The paper was thin, allowing light to pass through easily.
Het papier was dun, waardoor het licht er gemakkelijk doorheen kon.
The ice on the pond was thin, making it dangerous to walk on.
Het ijs op de vijver was dun, waardoor het gevaarlijk was om erop te lopen.
Example
The artist used a fine brush to create thin lines for the intricate details of the drawing.
De kunstenaar gebruikte een fijne kwast om dunne lijnen te creëren voor de ingewikkelde details van de tekening.
We followed the thin trail through the forest, careful not to stray off the narrow path.
We volgden het dunne pad door het bos, voorzichtig om niet van het smalle pad af te dwalen.
Example
The thin metal rod bent under the weight of the heavy load.
De dunne metalen staaf boog onder het gewicht van de zware last.
The thin wire was used to create intricate designs in the jewelry.
De dunne draad werd gebruikt om ingewikkelde ontwerpen in de sieraden te creëren.
Example
Her thin hair fluttered gently in the breeze, revealing her delicate features.
Haar dunne haar wapperde zachtjes in de bries, waardoor haar delicate trekken zichtbaar werden.
After the treatment, he noticed that his once thick curls had become noticeably thin.
Na de behandeling merkte hij op dat zijn ooit dikke krullen merkbaar dun waren geworden.
2.1
dunne, vloeiende
(of liquids or other similar substances) flowing freely due to not containing a lot of solid material
Example
The soup had a thin consistency, more like broth than stew.
Her pancake batter was too thin, resulting in crepes instead of fluffy pancakes.
2.2
dun, zwak
(of an idea, argument, quality, etc.) weak or not convincing
Example
The politician 's speech was criticized for being thin, offering no real solutions to the issues at hand.
De toespraak van de politicus werd bekritiseerd omdat deze dun was, en geen echte oplossingen bood voor de aanwezige problemen.
His excuses for being late were thin and failed to persuade his boss.
Zijn excuses voor het te laat komen waren zwak en overtuigden zijn baas niet.
03
mager, dun
(of people or animals) weighing less than what is thought to be healthy for their body
Example
He is thin but strong, thanks to regular exercise and a balanced diet.
Hij is mager maar sterk, dankzij regelmatige lichaamsbeweging en een uitgebalanceerd dieet.
He was thin as a child but has since grown into a healthier weight.
Hij was mager als kind maar is sindsdien gegroeid naar een gezonder gewicht.
04
dun, fijn
(of sound or voice) high-pitched and lacking depth and richness
Example
The thin sound of the old violin echoed through the empty hall, barely filling the space.
Het dunne geluid van de oude viool weerklonk door de lege hal, nauwelijks de ruimte vulgend.
Her voice was thin and shaky as she nervously addressed the large audience.
Haar stem was dun en trillerig terwijl ze nerveus het grote publiek toesprak.
05
dunne, kille
(of a smile) barely noticeable and lacking genuine warmth and enthusiasm
Example
She gave him a thin smile, hiding her true feelings behind a facade of politeness.
Ze gaf hem een dunne, kille glimlach, die haar ware gevoelens achter een façade van beleefdheid verstopte.
His thin smile suggested he was n't entirely pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
Zijn dunne, kille glimlach suggereerde dat hij niet helemaal tevreden was met de uitkomst van de vergadering.
Example
As they climbed higher up the mountain, the air became thin, making it difficult to catch their breath.
The astronaut trained in a chamber with thin air to simulate conditions on Mars.
07
dun, licht
(of fog, mist, smoke, etc.) light and not dense, making it easier to see through
Example
The thin mist over the lake allowed them to see the opposite shore clearly.
De dunne mist over het meer stelde hen in staat om de tegenoverliggende oever duidelijk te zien.
A thin wisp of smoke rose from the extinguished candle, quickly disappearing into the air.
Een dunne walm rook steeg op van de gedoofde kaars, snel verdwijnd in de lucht.
08
dun, lichtgewicht
(of a piece of clothing, curtain, etc.) lightweight, delicate, or not densely woven
Example
She wore a thin sweater that barely kept the chill away on the brisk autumn evening.
Ze droeg een dunne trui die nauwelijks de kou weghield op de frisse herfstavond.
The thin fabric of his shirt made it perfect for the hot summer day.
De dunne stof van zijn shirt maakte het perfect voor de hete zomerdag.
09
versleten, dun
(of a piece of clothing, fabric, etc.) worn down and less dense due to wear and tear
Example
Her favorite jeans were thin at the knees, showing signs of frequent wear.
The once luxurious blanket felt thin and worn, losing much of its original warmth.
Example
The document was hard to read due to the thin printing that faded in places.
Het document was moeilijk te lezen door de fijne afdruk die op sommige plaatsen vervaagde.
His thin handwriting required extra concentration to decipher the faint letters.
Zijn fijne handschrift vereiste extra concentratie om de zwakke letters te ontcijferen.
Example
She could only see a thin beam of light coming through the crack in the door.
Zij kon alleen een dunne straal licht zien die door de opening in de deur kwam.
The moon cast a thin light over the landscape, creating a ghostly ambiance.
De maan wierp een dunne licht over het landschap, waardoor een spookachtige ambiance ontstond.
Example
Jobs were thin in the rural area, making it hard for residents to find stable employment.
Banen waren schaars in het plattelandsgebied, waardoor het moeilijk was voor inwoners om stabiele werkgelegenheid te vinden.
During the drought, water supplies became thin, leading to strict conservation measures.
Tijdens de droogte werden de watervoorzieningen dun, wat leidde tot strikte conserveringsmaatregelen.
13
dunne, flauwe
(of a market or trading environment) having few bids or offerings, resulting in infrequent transactions
Example
The stock was traded in a thin market, causing significant price fluctuations.
Het aandeel werd verhandeld in een dunne markt, wat leidde tot significante prijsfluctuaties.
Due to the thin trading activity, it was challenging to buy or sell shares without impacting the price.
Vanwege de dunne handelsactiviteit was het uitdagend om aandelen te kopen of verkopen zonder de prijs te beïnvloeden.
14
dunne, smalle
referring to a climbing route where the holds are small, few, or far apart, making it challenging to ascend
Example
The climber struggled on the thin route, searching for tiny holds to grip.
De klimmer worstelde op de dunne,smalle route, op zoek naar kleine grepen om zich vast te houden.
Thin climbs require a great deal of finger strength and precise footwork.
Dunne beklimmingen vereisen een grote hoeveelheid vingersterkte en nauwkeurige voettechniek.
to thin
01
verdunnen, dunnen
to reduce the density of something
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The hairdresser thinned her client's hair to remove excess bulk and create a lighter, more manageable style.
The farmer thinned the fruit trees to ensure healthier growth and better fruit production.
1.1
dunnen, verdunnen
to decrease in density
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the fabric of the old shirt began to thin and develop holes.
His hair started to thin as he aged, making his scalp more visible.
02
dunnen, afslanken
to reduce the thickness of something and make it slimmer
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The chef used a rolling pin to thin the dough for the pie crust.
De chef gebruikte een deegroller om het deeg voor de taartkorst te dunnen.
The carpenter thinned the wood panel by sanding it down to achieve a smoother finish.
De timmerman dunne de houten plaat door deze te schuren om een gladdere afwerking te bereiken.
2.1
afnemen, dunnen
to decrease in thickness
Intransitive
Example
The ice on the pond began to thin with the arrival of warmer weather.
The once-thick layer of snow began to thin as the temperatures rose.
03
afvallen, dunnen
to cause an individual or entity to lose weight entirely or in a specific part of their body
Transitive: to thin one's body
Example
By incorporating mindful eating practices and regular exercise routines, she steadily thinned her body mass.
She thinned her pet cat by regulating its diet and increasing its exercise regimen to prevent obesity.
Example
The actor had to thin for the role, shedding several pounds to match the character's appearance.
He noticed his face beginning to thin after months of regular workouts.
04
verdunnen, afslanken
to reduce the concentration, strength, or flavor of a solution or mixture
Transitive: to thin a solution or mix
Example
To achieve the desired consistency, she added water to thin the paint.
She thinned the soup by adding more broth to achieve the desired consistency.
05
afsnijden, dun slaan
to strike a golf ball with the leading edge of the club, resulting in a low, fast shot with insufficient lift
Transitive: to thin a golf ball or shot
Example
He thinned his approach shot, causing the ball to speed across the green and into the rough.
I accidentally thinned my drive, and it rolled much farther than expected.
06
dunnen, uitdunnen
to remove some individuals or items from a group to reduce the overall number, often to improve conditions or manage resources better
Transitive: to thin a set or group
Example
The farmer had to thin the rows of carrots to ensure the remaining plants had enough space to grow.
The librarian decided to thin the collection of outdated books to make room for new arrivals.
6.1
dunnen, afnemen
to decrease in quantity, especially when there was previously a larger number
Intransitive
Example
As the evening wore on, the crowd at the concert began to thin.
The herd thinned as the animals migrated to different grazing areas.
thin
01
dun, slank
used to indicate that something is being applied or made in a manner that is not thick or wide
Example
The paper was cut thin to create delicate origami shapes.
Het papier werd dun gesneden om delicate origami-vormen te creëren.
The pancakes were cooked thin, creating a light and airy texture.
De pannenkoeken werden dun gekookt, waardoor een lichte en luchtige textuur ontstond.
thin-
01
dun, slank
used to indicate that something is being done or made in a thin manner
Example
The children were thin-clad, wearing only light shirts despite the chilly weather.
De kinderen waren dun gekleed, alleen in lichte shirts ondanks het koude weer.
The artist applied the paint thin-layered to create a translucent effect.
De kunstenaar heeft de verf dun aangebracht om een transparant effect te creëren.
