This is the 3193rd most frequent Dutch word.
gebeurtenis
Event or occurrence.
Here, ‘gebeurtenis’ denotes an unforeseen or surprising occurrence.
De onverwachte gebeurtenis zorgde voor veel opschudding.
The unexpected event caused much commotion.
Here, ‘gebeurtenis’ is used to refer to an occurrence or event.
De gebeurtenis vond plaats in de stad.
The event took place in the city.
In this sentence, ‘gebeurtenis’ signifies a planned or scheduled event requiring preparation.