veroorsaak

veroorsaak is a Dutch and Afrikaans word that translates to "cause" or "to cause" in English. It functions as a verb and is used to indicate the origin or reason behind an event, situation, or action.

In Dutch, "veroorzaken" is a common verb used in various contexts. For example, "De regen heeft de overstroming veroorzaakt" translates to "The rain caused the flood." It can describe both intentional and unintentional causes. The past participle is "veroorzaakt," and it is often used in passive constructions, such as "De schade werd veroorzaakt door de storm" meaning "The damage was caused by the storm."

Similarly, in Afrikaans, "veroorsaak" serves the same purpose. An example sentence would be "Die ongeluk is deur 'n bandbreuk veroorsaak," which means "The accident was caused by a tire burst." The word is integral to expressing causality in both languages, linking actions or events to their consequences or origins. Understanding "veroorsaak" is essential for comprehending sentences involving cause and effect in Dutch and Afrikaans. It is a fundamental part of the vocabulary for describing how things happen.