This is the 8655th most frequent Dutch word.
improviseren
To create or perform something spontaneously without preparation.
In this context, 'improviseren' means to come up with a solution or plan on the spot due to sudden unexpected circumstances.
Ik moest improviseren toen de stroom uitviel en mijn presentatie niet doorging.
I had to improvise when the power went out, and my presentation could not proceed.
Here, 'improviseren' is used to describe the act of creating or playing music without prior planning.
Tijdens het improviseren op de piano ontdekte ik een prachtige melodie.
While improvising on the piano, I discovered a beautiful melody.
In this sentence, 'improviseren' is referring to creatively using available resources to achieve a goal, namely preparing a meal.