verkeer vs doorgaand verkeer
Dutch word comparison
Listen to verkeer
Listen to doorgaand verkeer
| verkeer | doorgaand verkeer |
|---|---|
ver-KEER noun | DOOR-gahnd VUR-keer noun |
| traffic; the movement of vehicles and people on roads | through traffic; traffic passing through without stopping |
How they differ
This is not a general synonym for "verkeer"; it refers only to traffic that is passing through an area rather than serving local access. It is narrower than "verkeer" and is used when the distinction between local and passing traffic matters.
When to use each
When to use verkeer: Use "verkeer" when you mean traffic in general, without limiting it to pass-through vehicles.
When to use doorgaand verkeer: Use "doorgaand verkeer" when you specifically mean traffic that is just passing through.
Side-by-side examples
- Het verkeer in de stad is vandaag erg druk.
(Traffic in the city is very busy today.) - Doorgaand verkeer wordt omgeleid via de ringweg.
(Through traffic is being diverted via the ring road.)
Register & nuance: Neutral and administrative; common in road signs, planning, and transport contexts.