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English - Dutch
Pressure
ˈprɛʃər
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
druk, drukte, druk uitoefenen, drukgroep
Pressure meanings in Dutch
druk
Example:
The pressure in the tire is too low.
De druk in de band is te laag.
He felt a lot of pressure to perform well.
Hij voelde veel druk om goed te presteren.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both technical and everyday contexts, such as discussions about physical pressure or emotional stress.
Note: In Dutch, 'druk' can refer to both physical pressure (like air pressure) and emotional or social pressure.
drukte
Example:
There was a lot of pressure in the room during the presentation.
Er was veel drukte in de kamer tijdens de presentatie.
The pressure of the crowd made it hard to move.
De drukte van de menigte maakte het moeilijk om te bewegen.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used to describe a busy or crowded situation, such as events or social gatherings.
Note: 'drukte' can also refer to a state of being busy or crowded, not just physical pressure.
druk uitoefenen
Example:
You should not apply pressure on your friends to make decisions.
Je moet geen druk uitoefenen op je vrienden om beslissingen te maken.
The manager applied pressure to meet the deadline.
De manager oefende druk uit om de deadline te halen.
Usage: formalContext: Usually found in professional settings where someone influences another's decision-making.
Note: This phrase literally translates to 'to exert pressure' and is used in contexts where influence or coercion is involved.
drukgroep
Example:
She joined a pressure group to advocate for environmental issues.
Ze sloot zich aan bij een drukgroep om zich in te zetten voor milieukwesties.
Pressure groups often influence government policies.
Drukgroepen beïnvloeden vaak het overheidsbeleid.
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about social, political, or environmental activism.
Note: 'drukgroep' refers to organizations or groups that aim to influence policy or public opinion.
Pressure's synonyms
stress
Stress refers to mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from demanding circumstances.
Example: The pressure of work was causing her a lot of stress.
Note: While pressure can be physical or mental, stress specifically relates to psychological strain.
strain
Strain denotes the physical or emotional pressure or tension placed on someone or something.
Example: The strain of the long-distance journey was evident on his face.
Note: Strain often implies a degree of difficulty or burden placed on a person or object.
tension
Tension refers to a state of mental or emotional strain resulting from conflicting or stressful situations.
Example: There was a palpable tension in the room as they awaited the results.
Note: Tension typically suggests a state of unease or apprehension caused by conflicting interests or emotions.
burden
Burden signifies a heavy load or duty that causes stress or difficulty.
Example: The burden of responsibility weighed heavily on her shoulders.
Note: While pressure can be broader and encompass various types of demands, burden specifically conveys a sense of weight or responsibility.
Pressure expressions, common phrases
Under pressure
To work effectively in stressful situations.
Example: She performs well under pressure.
Note: The phrase adds a sense of being in a challenging situation.
Pressure cooker
A situation or environment with high stress and tension.
Example: The upcoming deadline turned the office into a pressure cooker.
Note: The idiom implies an intense and potentially explosive situation.
Pressure point
A specific area or factor that has a significant influence or impact.
Example: Finding the pressure points in negotiations is crucial.
Note: The phrase emphasizes a critical factor or aspect.
Pressure someone into
To push or force someone to do something they may not want to do.
Example: He felt pressured into making a decision.
Note: This phrase implies coercion or influence exerted on someone.
Beneath the surface
Hidden or not immediately visible.
Example: Beneath the surface, she was feeling the pressure of the upcoming exam.
Note: The phrase suggests that the pressure is not outwardly evident.
Pressure off
Feeling relieved or no longer stressed about something.
Example: With the project completed, he felt the pressure off.
Note: This phrase indicates a sense of relief from pressure.
Put the pressure on
To demand or expect a lot from someone, increasing stress or tension.
Example: The coach put the pressure on the team to perform well.
Note: This phrase implies actively increasing the stress or expectations on someone.
Pressure everyday (slang) expressions
Feeling the heat
This slang term means to be under a lot of pressure or stress.
Example: I'm really feeling the heat at work with this upcoming deadline.
Note: It alludes to the idea of heat causing discomfort, similar to feeling pressure or stress.
Crunch time
This term is used to describe a period when pressure or stress is at its peak and a decision needs to be made or action needs to be taken.
Example: It's crunch time for me to finish this project before the end of the day.
Note: It emphasizes the urgency and critical nature of the situation, similar to moments of high pressure or stress.
Hang in the balance
This phrase suggests that the outcome is uncertain and dependent on a crucial event or decision.
Example: The success of our business hangs in the balance with this important client meeting.
Note: It focuses on the precarious nature of the situation, similar to how pressure situations can swing either way.
Swamped
This slang term implies being overwhelmed with work, tasks, or responsibilities.
Example: I can't go out this weekend, I'm swamped with assignments to finish.
Note: It conveys a sense of being buried or flooded with tasks, amplifying the feeling of pressure or stress.
In the hot seat
Being in the hot seat means being in a situation where one is under intense scrutiny or facing high pressure.
Example: The new employee found themselves in the hot seat during the important presentation.
Note: It refers specifically to being at the center of attention or responsibility, often under pressure from others.
On edge
This term describes a state of nervousness, anticipation, or unease due to pressure or stress.
Example: The tense atmosphere in the room had everyone on edge before the results were announced.
Note: It reflects the feeling of being close to a breaking point or heightened sensitivity, similar to moments of pressure.
Up the ante
To up the ante means to increase the level of challenge, risk, or pressure in a situation.
Example: The competition just upped the ante by introducing a new advanced feature in their product.
Note: It involves raising the stakes or intensity of a situation, often to create more pressure or induce change.
Pressure - Examples
The pressure in the tire is too low.
De druk in de band is te laag.
She felt a lot of pressure to succeed.
Ze voelde veel druk om te slagen.
The pressure gauge showed a reading of 100 psi.
De drukmeter toonde een waarde van 100 psi.
Pressure grammar
Pressure - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: pressure
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): pressures, pressure
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): pressure
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): pressured
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): pressuring
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): pressures
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): pressure
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): pressure
Syllables, Separation and Stress
pressure Contains 2 syllables: pres • sure
Phonetic transcription: ˈpre-shər
pres sure , ˈpre shər (The red syllable is stressed)
Pressure - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
pressure: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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