domper

This is the 7812th most frequent Dutch word.


domper

A disappointment or letdown.


Here „domper“ is used to mean a disappointment or dampening situation.

De regenval was een echte domper op onze picknick.

The rainfall was really a downer for our picnic.


In this context, „domper“ refers to an outcome that turns out less favorable or satisfactory than expected.

De resultaten van de wedstrijd waren een domper na onze harde training.

The results of the match were disappointing after our hard training.


„Domper“ is utilized here to express an occurrence that discourages or diminishes enthusiasm or effort.

De kritiek van mijn docent voelde als een domper op mijn inzet.

The criticism from my teacher felt like a discouragement to my effort.