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disappointment in Dutch

disappointment in Dutch is teleurstelling, tegenslag, tegenvaller — disappointment means the feeling of sadness or letdown when something doesn't meet expectations.

disappointment in Dutch

teleurstelling
noun
(countable) An example or the act of disappointing: a circumstance in which a positive expectation is not achieved.
tegenslag
noun
(countable) An example or the act of disappointing: a circumstance in which a positive expectation is not achieved.
tegenvaller
noun
(countable) An example or the act of disappointing: a circumstance in which a positive expectation is not achieved.

What does "disappointment" mean?

  1. noun The feeling of sadness or letdown when something doesn't meet expectations.
    "He felt a pang of disappointment when the concert was canceled."
  2. noun Something or someone that fails to meet expectations.
    "The sequel was a huge disappointment after such a great first film."
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disappointment in a sentence

  • He felt a pang of disappointment when the concert was canceled.
  • Their disappointment was obvious when the rain ruined the picnic.
  • The sequel was a huge disappointment after such a great first film.
  • I'm sorry, I know I've been a disappointment to you.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "disappointment" in Dutch?
"disappointment" in Dutch is teleurstelling, tegenslag, tegenvaller. disappointment means: The feeling of sadness or letdown when something doesn't meet expectations.
How do you use "disappointment" in a sentence?
Example: "He felt a pang of disappointment when the concert was canceled." In Dutch, "disappointment" is teleurstelling, tegenslag, tegenvaller.
Are there other ways to say "disappointment" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "disappointment": teleurstelling, tegenslag, tegenvaller.
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