Zoeken
to come across
[phrase form: come]
01
tegenkomen, ontdekken
to discover, meet, or find someone or something by accident
Transitive: to come across sb/sth
Example
While cleaning out the attic, I came across an old box of photographs from my childhood.
During my walk in the park, I came across an injured bird and decided to take it to a wildlife rescue center.
02
overkomen, overdragen
to effectively convey or express one's intended meaning or impression to others
Example
She comes across as confident and self-assured, always speaking her mind with conviction.
Zij komt over als zelfverzekerd en overtuigd van zichzelf, altijd spreekt ze haar gedachten met overtuiging uit.
He comes across as warm and friendly, making everyone feel welcome in his presence.
Hij komt over als warm en vriendelijk, waardoor iedereen zich in zijn aanwezigheid welkom voelt.
03
overkomen, duidelijk maken
(of an idea or message) to be successfully communicated and easily understood by others
Intransitive
Example
Your enthusiasm really came across during the presentation.
The importance of the message must come across in your presentation.
Nabije Woorden
