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tension in Dutch

tension in Dutch is spanning, gespannen — tension means a feeling of unease, stress, or unresolved conflict between people.

tension in Dutch

spanning
noun
gespannen
noun
(physics, engineering) The state of an elastic object which is stretched in a way which increases its length.
spanning
noun
(physics, engineering) The state of an elastic object which is stretched in a way which increases its length.

What does "tension" mean?

  1. noun A feeling of unease, stress, or unresolved conflict between people.
    "You could feel the tension in the room when the two rivals walked in."
  2. noun The physical pulling force in something stretched tight, like a rope or cable.
    "The tension in the washing line made it hum in the wind."
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tension in a sentence

  • You could feel the tension in the room when the two rivals walked in.
  • Tension grew between the neighbours over who should pay for the shared fence.
  • The tension in the washing line made it hum in the wind.
  • Too much tension can snap the cable, so loosen it slightly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "tension" in Dutch?
"tension" in Dutch is spanning, gespannen. tension means: A feeling of unease, stress, or unresolved conflict between people.
How do you use "tension" in a sentence?
Example: "You could feel the tension in the room when the two rivals walked in." In Dutch, "tension" is spanning, gespannen.
Are there other ways to say "tension" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "tension": spanning, gespannen.
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