This is the 1556th most frequent Dutch word.
explosie
An explosion.
The word is used in its literal meaning to describe a physical explosion.
De explosie in de fabriek veroorzaakte veel schade.
The explosion in the factory caused a lot of damage.
The word is used metaphorically to describe a sudden outburst.
Zijn reactie was als een explosie van emoties.
His reaction was like an explosion of emotions.
The word is used to illustrate a vivid and sudden display.