This is the 7870th most frequent Dutch word.
drempel
Threshold.
In this sentence, 'drempel' refers to the physical threshold of a door, indicating its literal meaning as a part of an entryway.
Ik struikelde toen ik over de drempel van de deur stapte.
I stumbled when I stepped over the door threshold.
Here, 'drempel' is used metaphorically to describe an obstacle or challenge in someone's personal growth or development.
Het overwinnen van angst is vaak een grote persoonlijke drempel.
Overcoming fear is often a significant personal hurdle.
In this usage, 'drempel' symbolizes barriers, specifically social obstacles that affect interaction or access.