Zoeken
to do
[past form: did]
01
doen, uitvoeren
to perform an action that is not mentioned by name
Transitive: to do sth
Example
What are you doing tomorrow?
I 'm not sure what to do in this situation; it's quite confusing.
In times of crisis, people often come together to do whatever is necessary.
1.1
werken, deden
to have a certain occupation or profession
Intransitive
Example
What do you do for work?
What did he do before he started his own business?
I 'm not sure what my neighbor does; we should ask next time we see them.
1.2
doen, verrichten
(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun
Transitive: to do sth
Example
It 's important to do your homework before the class.
He does exercise every morning to stay fit.
She likes to do her hair differently for special occasions.
1.3
doen, maken
to produce, provide, or make something available
Transitive: to do sth
Example
Who 's doing the catering for the corporate event?
The company does custom software development for various clients.
This store does alterations for clothes purchased here.
1.4
doen, berekenen
to solve or calculate something
Transitive: to do a puzzle or problem
Example
I ca n't do these complex equations without a calculator.
He 's great at doing puzzles; he can solve them quickly.
The students were asked to do a series of algebraic expressions for homework.
1.5
doen, studeren
to study or learn something
Transitive: to do a subject of study
Example
Have you done any Shakespeare in your literature classes?
She did mathematics throughout her high school years.
They are doing advanced calculus as part of their mathematics degree.
1.6
doen, neuken
to have sexual intercourse with someone
Transitive: to do sb
Example
He did his wife every night before going to sleep.
She did him in the back seat of the car while they were parked at the beach.
He did her in the shower while they were getting ready for work.
1.7
doen, nadoen
to imitate a person, character, or accent to make people laugh
Transitive: to do a character or act
Example
Can you do a British accent like they do in the movies?
She does a great Marilyn Monroe when singing " Happy Birthday. "
Can you do a Donald Duck voice?
1.8
doen, uitvoeren
to produce or perform a specific play, show, opera, etc.
Transitive: to do a play or role
Example
The theater group is doing a production of " Romeo and Juliet " this season.
The school drama club is doing a musical called " The Sound of Music. "
The high school drama department is doing " Grease " as their spring musical.
1.9
gebruik maken van, drugs gebruiken
to take narcotic drugs
Transitive: to do a drug
Example
He did cocaine at the party to feel more energetic.
He does opioids to manage his chronic pain.
She did heroin to numb the pain of her addiction.
1.10
doen, verzorgen
to attend to a person
Transitive: to do sb point in time | to do sb for sth
Example
The stylist can do you for a haircut at 5 PM.
The doctor can do you after lunch for a check-up.
The doctor can do you right after the next appointment.
1.11
slaan, treffen
to physically hurt someone by beating them
Transitive: to do sb
Example
They did the stalker who had been harassing them for weeks.
He did the mugger who tried to steal his wallet.
She did her attacker and managed to escape.
1.12
beroven, roven
to commit theft from a particular place
Transitive: to do a place
Example
The thieves did a jewelry store last night.
The burglars did a bank in the downtown area.
They were caught trying to do a convenience store on the corner.
1.13
bedrigen, oplichten
to trick someone
Transitive: to do sb
Example
Watch out for that seller; he has a reputation for doing people on rare items.
She realized she had been done when she discovered the product was fake.
Be cautious when buying online; sometimes, people try to do buyers with counterfeit goods.
1.14
veroordelen, straffen
to punish someone, typically in a legal or official manner
Transitive: to do sb for an offence
Example
The authorities did him for embezzlement after a thorough investigation.
He got done for shoplifting at the local mall.
The company got done for violating environmental regulations.
1.15
verwoesten, verliezen
to be destroyed or ruined
Transitive: to do sth
Example
The house was done by the hurricane, leaving nothing but rubble behind.
Her career was done when she was caught embezzling funds.
The relationship was done after he cheated on her.
02
doen, afmaken
to complete, finish, or accomplish something
2.1
afleggen, doen
to travel a certain distance
Transitive: to do a specific distance
Example
During the cycling event, participants aim to do at least 100 miles.
My bike can do 50 miles on a single charge.
The car did over 200 miles before needing to refuel.
2.2
toereiken, geschikt zijn
to be suitable or sufficient for a particular purpose or need
Intransitive: to do | to do for sb/sth
Transitive: to do sb in a specific manner
Example
' Do you need more chairs for the party?'
I'm looking for a gift for my sister.
' Is a 30-minute break okay, or do you need more time?'
2.3
zetten, vastzitten
to spend a specific period of time in prison
Transitive: to do a period of time
Example
She did two years for white-collar fraud.
The convicted burglar did eight years behind bars.
He did a decade for drug trafficking.
2.4
rijden, gaan
to move at or reach a specific rate of speed
Transitive: to do a specific speed
Example
The cyclist was doing 20 kilometers per hour on the uphill climb.
The boat was doing 30 knots in the open sea.
The train was doing 60 miles an hour as it approached the station.
2.5
bezoeken, doen
to visit a specific place as a tourist
Transitive: to do a place or landmark
Example
We plan to do Rome and Florence during our Italy trip.
They did the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Park in a week.
Let 's do the Louvre Museum this afternoon.
2.6
doen, maken
to make or complete a specific journey
Transitive: to do a trip | to do a trip sometime
Example
We did the cross-country drive in three days.
They did the hike to the summit in just a few hours.
Let 's do a road trip to explore the neighboring cities.
2.7
doen, bereiden
to prepare and cook a particular food
Transitive: to do food
Example
How do you want your eggs done for breakfast?
She 's planning to do a roast chicken for dinner.
I 'll do some burgers on the grill for the barbecue.
2.8
doen, verwezenlijken
to reach a certain sales figure
Transitive: to do a specific amount or sales
Example
The company aims to do a million in sales by the end of the fiscal year.
Our goal is to do at least $500,000 in sales during the upcoming quarter.
Despite the challenges, the team managed to do a record-breaking $ 2 million in sales.
03
doen, gedragen
to behave or act in a particular manner
Intransitive
Example
You should do as your parents advise; they have experience.
In a crisis, it 's best to stay calm and do as trained.
You have the freedom to do as you choose in your free time.
3.1
doen, verrichten
to affect in a positive or destructive way
Transitive: to do sth
Example
Regular exercise can do a lot for your overall health and well-being.
Heavy rainfall and flooding can do significant damage to crops.
A supportive environment can do wonders for a child's development.
3.2
doen, verlopen
to get on or progress in a certain way
Intransitive: to do in a specific manner
Example
How is the project doing?
The team did exceptionally well in the competition.
The new initiative is doing quite well so far.
04
opknappen, verbouwen
to change the appearance of a room or living space by painting or decorating
Transitive: to do sth in a specific manner
Example
We 're planning to do the kitchen in a modern style.
She did the bathroom in a vibrant shade of turquoise.
How do you want to do the nursery for the baby?
05
doen, verrichten
(pro-verb) used for referring to a verb that is mentioned earlier
Intransitive
Example
' Will you finish the report by Friday?'
She runs faster than she did in the last race.
' Did they enjoy the movie?'
06
doen, maak
(auxiliary verb) used in forming interrogative and negative sentences
Example
Do you enjoy playing musical instruments?
Did they complete the assignment on time?
Does n't he always bring a smile to your face?
07
doen, werkwoord
(auxiliary verb) used for adding emphasis on a positive verb
Example
Do listen carefully to the instructions before starting.
You do need to double-check your work for accuracy.
I do appreciate your help with this project.
7.1
doen, maak
(auxiliary verb) used for adding a polite encouragement to positive imperatives
Example
Do come in and make yourself at home.
Do join us for dinner; we'd love to have you.
Do try the new dessert on the menu; it's delicious.
08
doen, verbringen
to spend a specific amount of time on a particular activity
Ditransitive: to do a period of time doing sth
Example
He did a summer working on a farm to save money.
She did several months volunteering in Africa.
He did three years as an apprentice before becoming a master craftsman.
09
imiteren, nadoen
to imitate the actions or behavior associated with a specific person or thing
Transitive: to do sb
Example
He did a Robin Hood and stole from the rich to give to the poor.
They decided to do an Elon Musk and revolutionize the electric car industry.
They wanted to do a Steve Jobs and start their own tech company.
10
doen, afhandelen
to perform household chores
Transitive: to do a chore
Example
Can you do the dishes after dinner tonight?
He does the laundry every Sunday.
They usually do the cleaning on Saturdays.
01
do, dó
the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization
02
osteopathische geneeskunde, dokter in de osteopathie
doctor's degree in osteopathy
03
do, feest
an uproarious party
