doelman

This is the 2033rd most frequent Dutch word.


doelman

Goalkeeper.


Here, the word 'doelman' refers to the goalkeeper in a soccer (football) game.

De doelman heeft een uitstekende redding gemaakt.

The goalkeeper made an excellent save.


Here, 'doelman' is describing the role of being a goalkeeper.

Als doelman moet je snel kunnen reageren.

As a goalkeeper, you must be able to react quickly.


In this sentence, 'doelman' is used to indicate the aspiration of becoming a goalkeeper.

De jonge voetballer droomt ervan om doelman te worden.

The young footballer dreams of becoming a goalkeeper.