No. 3,871 in Dutch
veroorloven
"Veroorloven" means "to afford" or "to permit oneself."
In a sentence
Ik kan het me niet veroorloven om die dure vakantie te boeken.
I cannot afford to book that expensive holiday.
In this sentence, 'veroorloven' is used to indicate financial or practical ability to afford something, often implying personal constraint or limits.
Je mag je niet veroorloven om fouten te maken in dit project.
You cannot afford to make mistakes in this project.
Here, 'veroorloven' is used figuratively to mean 'to allow oneself,' focusing on consequences or the gravity of the situation.
Soms moet je jezelf veroorloven om even te ontspannen.
Sometimes you need to afford yourself a moment to relax.
In this context, 'veroorloven' refers to granting oneself permission for relaxation or indulgence.
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