parachute in Dutch

parachute in Dutch is valscherm, parachute — parachute means a fabric device that fills with air to slow the fall of a person or object dropped from height.

parachute in Dutch

valscherm

noun

(aviation) A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object or person, causing them to float instead of falling.

parachute

noun

(aviation) A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object or person, causing them to float instead of falling.

What does "parachute" mean?

noun A fabric device that fills with air to slow the fall of a person or object dropped from height.
"The skydiver pulled the cord and her parachute opened seconds later."
verb To descend using a parachute.
"The soldiers parachuted into the combat zone at dawn."
verb To place someone into a role or organization without them having worked their way up through it.
"The new CEO was parachuted in from a rival firm."

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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”.

parachute in a sentence

The skydiver pulled the cord and her parachute opened seconds later.
The soldiers parachuted into the combat zone at dawn.
The new CEO was parachuted in from a rival firm.

Similar words in Dutch

jump

Common Dutch translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "parachute" in Dutch?

"parachute" in Dutch is valscherm, parachute. parachute means: A fabric device that fills with air to slow the fall of a person or object dropped from height.

How do you use "parachute" in a sentence?

Example: "The skydiver pulled the cord and her parachute opened seconds later." In Dutch, "parachute" is valscherm, parachute.

Are there other ways to say "parachute" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "parachute": valscherm, parachute.

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