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verkoelen — meaning in English

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English meaning

cool adjective Slightly cold; at a mildly low temperature.

Senses

verkoelen is used for these senses in English:

cool (intransitive, literally) To lose heat, to get colder.
cool (intransitive, figuratively) To become less intense, e.g. less amicable or passionate.
cool (transitive, figuratively) To make less intense, e.g. less amicable or passionate.

cool — full definition

adjective Slightly cold; at a mildly low temperature.
adjective Calm and composed, especially under pressure.
adjective (informal) Fashionable, impressive, or admirable.
adjective (informal) Acceptable; fine.
noun A calm, composed manner; one's composure.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

koel fris verkoelend verkwikkend cool blits hip in (de mode) kalm bedaard beheerst kil