This is the 3925th most frequent Dutch word.
vreesde
"Vreesde" means "feared" in English.
The word 'vreesde' is used as the past tense of the verb 'vrezen', indicating an emotion of fear regarding a future possibility.
Hij vreesde dat het morgen zou regenen.
He feared that it would rain tomorrow.
Here, 'vreesde' expresses concern or worry for someone's well-being in the past.
Zij vreesde voor de gezondheid van haar kat.
She feared for the health of her cat.
In this context, 'vreesde' conveys apprehension or concern regarding a potential negative event.