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C1 adverb 10 min read

vooralsnog

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Explanation vooralsnog in your Level:
At the A1 level, 'vooralsnog' is too difficult to use actively. It is a very long word made of three parts: 'voor' (for), 'als' (as), and 'nog' (yet). For a beginner, it is better to just use the word 'nu' (now) or 'nog' (still). If you see this word in a text, just think of it as meaning 'for now.' It tells you that something is happening at this moment, but it might change later. For example, if someone says 'Vooralsnog niet,' they mean 'No, not right now.' You don't need to worry about the grammar of this word yet. Just try to recognize it when you read a formal letter from the bank or the government. It is a very 'official' way of saying 'for the time being.' Remember: Vooralsnog = For now.
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At the A2 level, you might start seeing 'vooralsnog' in news headlines or simple formal emails. It is an adverb that helps you talk about time. While you usually use 'voorlopig' to say 'for now,' 'vooralsnog' is the more formal version. You can use it to sound more polite and professional. For example, 'Het regent vooralsnog niet' (It is not raining for now). It is important to know that this word usually comes after the verb. In Dutch, we say: 'De winkel is [vooralsnog] open.' It's like adding a small 'safety' to your sentence, saying that things might be different later. You should practice recognizing it in the 'NOS Journaal' (the news). Don't worry if you find it hard to say; even many Dutch children don't use this word until they are older. It is a 'grown-up' word.
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At the B1 level, you are expected to understand more formal Dutch. 'Vooralsnog' is a key word for understanding professional communication. It means 'as of yet' or 'for the time being.' The main thing to learn at B1 is the nuance: 'vooralsnog' implies that a change is expected. If a project is 'vooralsnog' successful, it means it's going well now, but we are still watching it closely. You can start using it in your own writing, especially in formal emails or reports for work. For instance, instead of saying 'Ik heb geen tijd,' you could say 'Ik heb vooralsnog geen tijd' to sound more professional. Also, pay attention to word order. If you start a sentence with 'Vooralsnog,' the verb must come next: 'Vooralsnog heb ik geen tijd.' This is the 'inversion' rule which is very important at this level.
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At the B2 level, you should be able to use 'vooralsnog' fluently in professional and academic contexts. You understand that this word is more than just a synonym for 'voorlopig.' It carries a specific weight of uncertainty and professional caution. At this level, you should use it to qualify your statements. For example, in a business presentation, you might say: 'Vooralsnog wijzen de cijfers op een groei.' This shows you are a careful and sophisticated speaker. You should also be able to distinguish it from 'tot nu toe' (so far). While 'tot nu toe' looks back at the past, 'vooralsnog' looks at the present with an eye on the future. You will frequently encounter this word in quality newspapers like NRC or De Volkskrant. Practice using it in negative sentences to decline offers politely: 'Wij kunnen vooralsnog niet op uw verzoek ingaan.'
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At the C1 level, 'vooralsnog' should be a natural part of your formal vocabulary. You understand its role as a 'modal' adverb that signals the speaker's stance toward the future. You use it to navigate complex bureaucratic or legal situations where precision is vital. You are aware that 'vooralsnog' is a contraction of 'voor als nog' and you can use it in various positions in the sentence to create different emphases. At this level, you also recognize the 'register' of the word—using it in a pub would be a stylistic choice (perhaps for comedic effect), while failing to use it in a legal brief would make the text seem too informal. You can handle the word in complex subordinate clauses: 'Hoewel er vooralsnog geen bewijs is, wordt het onderzoek voortgezet.' You use it to manage expectations and provide nuanced updates in high-stakes environments.
At the C2 level, you possess a near-native intuition for the placement and tone of 'vooralsnog.' You can use it to convey subtle shades of meaning, such as institutional hesitation or the strategic withholding of a final decision. You understand how 'vooralsnog' functions within the broader landscape of Dutch temporal markers, and you can effortlessly switch between 'vooralsnog,' 'tot op heden,' 'thans,' and 'voorlopig' depending on the desired rhetorical effect. You might use it in a scholarly article to indicate the current state of research while acknowledging the inherent fluidity of the field. Your command of the word allows you to use it in inversion, in the middle field, or even as a standalone response in high-level negotiations. You are also aware of the historical evolution of the word and can appreciate its use in classic Dutch literature or complex administrative prose.
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Examples Notes & Tips

vooralsnog in 30 Seconds

  • Vooralsnog is a formal Dutch adverb meaning 'for the time being' or 'as of yet.'
  • It is primarily used in professional, legal, and news contexts to indicate a temporary state.
  • The word implies that the current situation is subject to change in the future.
  • Grammatically, it often triggers inversion when placed at the start of a sentence.

The Dutch adverb vooralsnog is a sophisticated temporal marker that translates most accurately to 'for the time being,' 'for now,' or 'as of yet.' It is a quintessential C1-level word because it carries a specific nuance that differentiates it from simpler alternatives like 'nu' (now) or 'voorlopig' (temporarily). When a Dutch speaker uses vooralsnog, they are not just describing the present state of affairs; they are implicitly signaling that this state is subject to change. It suggests a temporary pause or a condition that holds true at this exact moment but might be overturned by new information, decisions, or events in the near future.

Register and Tone
This word is predominantly formal. You will encounter it in news broadcasts, academic papers, legal documents, and professional corporate communication. It is less common in casual street slang, where speakers might prefer 'voor nu' or 'nog even'.
The 'Nog' Factor
The inclusion of 'nog' (yet/still) is crucial. It creates an 'expectation of change.' If a project is vooralsnog cancelled, there is a lingering possibility it might be restarted. If it were 'definitief' cancelled, that door would be closed.

De directie heeft vooralsnog geen besluit genomen over de fusie, aangezien de marktomstandigheden onzeker blijven.

Translation: The board has for the time being not made a decision about the merger, as market conditions remain uncertain.

In the context of Dutch linguistics, vooralsnog functions as a sentence adverb. It often appears in the 'middle field' of a Dutch sentence, typically after the first verb and the subject, or at the very beginning for emphasis. Its multi-syllabic structure (voor-als-nog) gives it a rhythmic weight that adds gravity to a statement. For an English speaker, mastering this word means moving away from the generic 'still' or 'now' and adopting a precision that Dutch professionals value highly. It allows you to express caution and professional hesitation without sounding indecisive.

Furthermore, the word is often used in negative constructions. 'Vooralsnog niet' (not for the time being) is a very common phrase used to decline requests or delay actions. It sounds more polite and professional than a flat 'nee' (no). It implies that the door is not permanently shut, which is a key aspect of Dutch 'poldermodel' communication styles where keeping options open is often seen as a virtue.

Er zijn vooralsnog geen aanwijzingen voor fraude gevonden tijdens het lopende onderzoek.

Historical Context
Historically, the word is a contraction. 'Voor' (for), 'als' (as), and 'nog' (yet). It emerged as a way to formalize the temporal link between the current moment and an unknown future point. In older Dutch, you might see variations, but the modern 'vooralsnog' has been the standard for administrative Dutch for over a century.

To use it correctly, one must understand that it is rarely used for purely positive, permanent states. You wouldn't say "I am vooralsnog happy" unless you expected to become sad very soon. It is almost exclusively reserved for situations involving logistics, data, decisions, and external circumstances. It is a word of the head, not the heart.

Hoewel de resultaten bemoedigend zijn, blijven we vooralsnog voorzichtig in onze voorspellingen.

Placement in a Dutch sentence is the most challenging aspect of using vooralsnog. As an adverb of time, it follows the standard rules of Dutch word order (SVO in main clauses, but with specific positions for adverbs). Typically, it sits in the 'middle field'—the space between the inflected verb and the rest of the verbal cluster at the end of the sentence.

The Standard Position
In a standard declarative sentence, place it after the main verb: "De plannen gaan vooralsnog door." (The plans are going ahead for the time being.)
Inversion for Emphasis
To emphasize the temporary nature of a situation, start the sentence with it: "Vooralsnog hebben wij geen klachten ontvangen." (As of yet, we have received no complaints.) Note how 'hebben' and 'wij' swap places.

Wij kunnen vooralsnog geen uitsluitsel geven over de exacte leverdatum van uw bestelling.

Note: The adverb sits perfectly between the modal verb 'kunnen' and the main verb phrase.

When using vooralsnog with negation ('niet' or 'geen'), the adverb usually precedes the negation. This creates a logical flow: [Time Frame] + [Negation]. For example, "Het is vooralsnog niet mogelijk..." rather than "Het is niet vooralsnog mogelijk." This is a subtle point but crucial for sounding like a native C1 speaker.

De weersverwachting voor morgen is vooralsnog gunstig, maar een storm is niet uitgesloten.

In subordinate clauses, the word order changes as usual, with verbs moving to the end. Vooralsnog remains in the middle: "Ik denk dat we vooralsnog beter kunnen wachten." (I think that we had better wait for the time being.) Mastery of this word in complex sentence structures is a hallmark of advanced Dutch proficiency.

Common Contexts
1. Scientific research (findings that are true based on current data).
2. Legal proceedings (temporary rulings).
3. Traffic reports (current status of a bridge or road).
4. Political statements (current stance on a policy).

De verdachte blijft vooralsnog in hechtenis in afwachting van het verdere onderzoek.

To hear vooralsnog in the wild, you need to tune into specific frequencies of Dutch society. This is not a word you will typically hear shouted across a football pitch or whispered in a nightclub. Instead, it is the language of the 'Journaal' (the news), the 'Tweede Kamer' (Parliament), and the boardroom.

In the News (Media)
News anchors are the primary 'users' of this word. When reporting on a developing story—like a strike, a hostage situation, or an economic crisis—they use vooralsnog to provide updates that they know will change within hours. "De treinen rijden vooralsnog volgens de dienstregeling." (Trains are running according to the schedule for now.)
In Business and Law
Lawyers use it to define the current status of a case without committing to a final outcome. In business, a CEO might say a project is vooralsnog on hold to avoid causing a panic among shareholders while they look for more funding.

"Vooralsnog zijn er geen gewonden gemeld bij de grote brand in het havengebied," aldus de woordvoerder van de brandweer.

Translation: "As of yet, no injuries have been reported in the large fire in the port area," said the fire department spokesperson.

In academic writing, vooralsnog is used to qualify a hypothesis. A researcher might state that their data vooralsnog supports a certain theory, acknowledging that future experiments might disprove it. This intellectual humility is a key part of Dutch academic culture.

Interestingly, you might also hear it in weather forecasts. Because the Dutch weather is notoriously unpredictable, meteorologists love this word. "In het zuiden blijft het vooralsnog droog." (In the south, it will remain dry for the time being.) It provides them with a linguistic 'out' if it starts raining ten minutes later.

Hoewel de inflatie daalt, verlaagt de centrale bank de rente vooralsnog niet.

Even advanced learners of Dutch can stumble when integrating vooralsnog into their active vocabulary. The most common error is not grammatical, but contextual—using a very formal word in a very informal setting.

1. Register Mismatch
If a friend asks if you want a beer and you reply, "Vooralsnog niet," you will sound like a government official or a robot. In casual settings, use "Nu even niet" or "Nog niet." Vooralsnog is for reports, not for hanging out.
2. Confusion with 'Vooraf'
Learners often confuse 'vooralsnog' (for now) with 'vooraf' (beforehand). Remember: 'vooraf' is about the order of events, while 'vooralsnog' is about the duration of a state.

Incorrect: Je moet vooralsnog betalen voordat je naar binnen gaat.

Correct: Je moet vooraf betalen voordat je naar binnen gaat.

Analysis: 'Vooralsnog' means 'for the time being', which makes no sense in the context of prepaying for entry.

Another mistake involves the 'expectation of change.' If you use vooralsnog for something that is permanent, it creates confusion. For example, saying "Ik ben vooralsnog een man" suggests you are planning a gender transition or expect to turn into something else soon. Use it only for states that are truly fluid.

Finally, don't over-rely on it. Because it is a 'heavy' word, using it in every sentence of a report makes the text feel sluggish and overly bureaucratic. Vary your language with synonyms like 'tot dusver' (so far) or 'op dit moment' (at this moment) to keep your Dutch sounding natural and fluid.

Incorrect: De zon schijnt vooralsnog.

Correct: De zon schijnt voorlopig nog wel even.

Analysis: Using 'vooralsnog' for simple weather observations in casual talk sounds unnaturally stiff.

Dutch has a rich variety of temporal adverbs. Understanding the subtle differences between vooralsnog and its cousins is the key to achieving C2-level mastery. Here is a breakdown of how they compare in terms of register and meaning.

Voorlopig (Temporarily / For now)
This is the most common synonym. It is neutral in register and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Unlike vooralsnog, which focuses on the 'until now' aspect, voorlopig focuses on the duration of the current state into the near future.
Tot dusver / Tot nu toe (So far)
These focus purely on the past up to the present moment. They lack the 'expectation of change' that vooralsnog carries. Use these when summarizing results: "Tot dusver hebben we tien items verkocht."
Thans (Currently - Archaic/Very Formal)
This is even more formal than vooralsnog. It is almost exclusively found in 19th-century literature or very stiff legal contracts. Avoid using it in speech.

Vergelijking:
1. We blijven voorlopig hier. (Simple intent)
2. We blijven vooralsnog hier. (Formal, implies we might leave soon if things change)

When deciding which word to use, ask yourself: 'Am I writing a professional update?' If yes, vooralsnog is likely your best choice. 'Am I just telling someone I'm busy right now?' Then use 'voorlopig' or 'op het moment'.

De staking gaat vooralsnog niet door, maar de vakbonden blijven in beraad.

Here, 'vooralsnog' perfectly captures the tension of a situation that could flip at any moment.

Fun Fact

It is one of the few Dutch adverbs that is a triple compound, making it sound very formal and rhythmic.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /voːr.ɑls.nɔx/
US /vor.ɑls.nɔx/
Primary stress is on the first syllable 'voor', with secondary stress on 'nog'.
Rhymes With
alsnog nog toch och blog log dog cog
Common Errors
  • Pronouncing the 'g' as a hard 'k' or 'g' like in 'goat'.
  • Shortening the 'oo' sound.
  • Merging 'als' and 'nog' into one syllable.
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Examples by Level

1

Het is vooralsnog droog.

It is for now dry.

Simple adverb placement.

2

Vooralsnog gaat het goed.

For now it goes well.

Inversion: adverb-verb-subject.

3

Ik blijf vooralsnog hier.

I stay for the time being here.

Middle field placement.

4

Er is vooralsnog geen nieuws.

There is for now no news.

Negative construction.

5

Vooralsnog is de winkel open.

For the time being is the shop open.

Inversion.

6

Wij wachten vooralsnog.

We wait for now.

Simple sentence.

7

Het plan blijft vooralsnog hetzelfde.

The plan remains for now the same.

Adverb modifying the verb 'blijft'.

8

Vooralsnog niet, dank je.

For now not, thank you.

Short phrase.

1

De trein rijdt vooralsnog op tijd.

The train runs for the time being on time.

Standard adverb position.

2

Vooralsnog zijn er geen problemen.

As of yet there are no problems.

Inversion with 'er zijn'.

3

We hebben vooralsnog genoeg eten.

We have for now enough food.

Middle field position.

4

De koning blijft vooralsnog in het paleis.

The king remains for the time being in the palace.

Formal context.

5

Vooralsnog weten we niet wie de dader is.

As of yet we don't know who the perpetrator is.

Inversion with negative.

6

De dokter komt vooralsnog niet langs.

The doctor is for now not coming by.

Negative 'niet' follows 'vooralsnog'.

7

Vooralsnog is er geen reden tot paniek.

For the time being there is no reason for panic.

Common news phrase.

8

Ik gebruik vooralsnog mijn oude telefoon.

I am for now using my old phone.

Middle field.

1

De directie heeft vooralsnog geen besluit genomen.

The board has as of yet taken no decision.

Perfect tense construction.

2

Vooralsnog ziet het ernaar uit dat de vergadering doorgaat.

For the time being it looks like the meeting is going ahead.

Inversion with a 'dat'-clause.

3

Er zijn vooralsnog geen aanwijzingen voor een misdrijf.

There are for now no indications of a crime.

Formal police terminology.

4

De prijzen blijven vooralsnog stabiel op de markt.

The prices remain for the time being stable on the market.

Economic context.

5

Vooralsnog kunnen we deze informatie niet bevestigen.

As of yet we cannot confirm this information.

Modal verb 'kunnen' with inversion.

6

Ik heb vooralsnog geen reactie op mijn brief ontvangen.

I have for now received no reaction to my letter.

Professional communication.

7

De patiënt reageert vooralsnog goed op de medicatie.

The patient is responding well for the time being to the medication.

Medical context.

8

Vooralsnog blijft de grens tussen beide landen gesloten.

For the time being the border between both countries remains closed.

Geopolitical context.

1

De overheid ziet vooralsnog af van verdere belastingverhogingen.

The government is for now refraining from further tax increases.

Separable verb 'afzien van'.

2

Vooralsnog ontbreekt elk spoor van de vermiste wandelaar.

As of yet every trace of the missing hiker is lacking.

Formal verb 'ontbreken'.

3

De effecten van de nieuwe wet zijn vooralsnog onduidelijk.

The effects of the new law are for the time being unclear.

Abstract subject.

4

Vooralsnog lijkt er geen meerderheid te zijn voor dit voorstel.

For now there seems to be no majority for this proposal.

Complex construction with 'te zijn'.

5

De resultaten van de enquête zijn vooralsnog niet representatief.

The results of the survey are for now not representative.

Scientific/Statistical context.

6

Vooralsnog beperkt de schade zich tot de begane grond.

For the time being the damage is limited to the ground floor.

Reflexive verb 'zich beperken'.

7

We gaan vooralsnog uit van een menselijke fout.

We are for now assuming a human error.

Phrase 'uitgaan van'.

8

Vooralsnog is de identiteit van het slachtoffer niet bekendgemaakt.

As of yet the identity of the victim has not been made known.

Passive voice.

1

Vooralsnog duidt niets op een opzettelijke brandstichting.

As of yet nothing points to deliberate arson.

Formal verb 'duiden op'.

2

De onderhandelingen zijn vooralsnog in een impasse geraakt.

The negotiations have for the time being reached a deadlock.

Political/Business idiom.

3

Vooralsnog wordt er geen ruchtbaarheid gegeven aan de plannen.

For the time being no publicity is being given to the plans.

Idiomatic phrase 'ruchtbaarheid geven aan'.

4

De gevolgen voor het milieu blijven vooralsnog binnen de perken.

The consequences for the environment remain for now within limits.

Idiom 'binnen de perken blijven'.

5

Vooralsnog ontbreekt de juridische grondslag voor dergelijke maatregelen.

As of yet the legal basis for such measures is lacking.

Legal terminology.

6

Het onderzoek naar de fraudezaak levert vooralsnog weinig op.

The investigation into the fraud case is yielding little for the time being.

Separable verb 'opleveren'.

7

Vooralsnog is de rust in de regio enigszins teruggekeerd.

For the time being peace has somewhat returned to the region.

Nuanced adverb 'enigszins'.

8

De beurskoersen vertonen vooralsnog een grillig verloop.

The stock prices are for now showing an erratic course.

Financial terminology.

1

Vooralsnog prevaleert het recht op privacy boven het algemeen belang.

For the time being the right to privacy prevails over the public interest.

Very formal verb 'prevaleren'.

2

De wetenschappelijke consensus blijft vooralsnog ongewijzigd.

The scientific consensus remains for the time being unchanged.

Academic register.

3

Vooralsnog lijkt de geopolitieke stabiliteit niet in het geding.

As of yet geopolitical stability does not seem to be at stake.

Idiom 'in het geding zijn'.

4

Men houdt vooralsnog vast aan de oorspronkelijke prognose.

They are for now sticking to the original forecast.

Impersonal 'men' and separable verb.

5

Vooralsnog is er geen sprake van een structurele verbetering.

For the time being there is no question of a structural improvement.

Phrase 'sprake zijn van'.

6

De auteur onthoudt zich vooralsnog van enig commentaar.

The author is for now refraining from any comment.

Reflexive 'zich onthouden van'.

7

Vooralsnog zijn de bevindingen louter speculatief van aard.

As of yet the findings are purely speculative in nature.

Formal phrase 'van aard'.

8

De soevereiniteit van het land wordt vooralsnog gerespecteerd.

The sovereignty of the country is for the time being respected.

Passive voice with formal subject.

Common Collocations

vooralsnog niet
vooralsnog onduidelijk
vooralsnog onbekend
vooralsnog gehandhaafd
vooralsnog uitblijven
vooralsnog genoeg
vooralsnog stabiel
vooralsnog beperkt
vooralsnog uitsluiten
vooralsnog zwijgen

Common Phrases

Vooralsnog is er niets aan de hand.

— Everything is fine for now, but stay alert.

Maak je geen zorgen, vooralsnog is er niets aan de hand.

Dat blijft vooralsnog geheim.

— That information is not being shared for the time being.

Wie de nieuwe trainer wordt, dat blijft vooralsnog geheim.

Vooralsnog ziet het er goed uit.

— The current signs are positive.

De operatie is geslaagd en vooralsnog ziet het er goed uit.

Er is vooralsnog geen bewijs.

— No evidence has been found up to this point.

De politie zegt dat er vooralsnog geen bewijs is voor opzet.

Wij onthouden ons vooralsnog van commentaar.

— We are not making any statements right now.

De woordvoerder zei: 'Wij onthouden ons vooralsnog van commentaar'.

De plannen zijn vooralsnog van de baan.

— The plans are cancelled for now, but could return.

De bouw van het nieuwe stadion is vooralsnog van de baan.

Vooralsnog geen vuiltje aan de lucht.

— There are no problems visible at the moment.

De economie groeit en er is vooralsnog geen vuiltje aan de lucht.

Hij blijft vooralsnog in functie.

— He is keeping his job for the time being.

Ondanks de kritiek blijft de minister vooralsnog in functie.

Vooralsnog is het gissen naar de oorzaak.

— We can only guess the cause for now.

De brand was groot, maar vooralsnog is het gissen naar de oorzaak.

Vooralsnog wijst alles op een ongeluk.

— Current evidence suggests it was an accident.

Het onderzoek loopt nog, maar vooralsnog wijst alles op een ongeluk.

Idioms & Expressions

"Vooralsnog de boot afhouden"

— To delay making a decision or commitment for the time being.

De investeerders houden vooralsnog de boot af.

Professional/Metaphorical
"Vooralsnog in het ongewisse laten"

— To keep someone in the dark for now.

De uitslag laat ons vooralsnog in het ongewisse.

Formal
"Vooralsnog geen voet aan de grond krijgen"

— To not make any progress for the time being.

Het nieuwe product krijgt vooralsnog geen voet aan de grond.

Business
"Vooralsnog de kat uit de boom kijken"

— To wait and see how things develop before acting.

De regering kijkt vooralsnog de kat uit de boom.

Idiomatic
"Vooralsnog op de lange baan schuiven"

— To postpone something indefinitely for now.

De renovatie is vooralsnog op de lange baan geschoven.

Neutral
"Vooralsnog buiten schot blijven"

— To remain unaffected or unaccused for the time being.

De topman blijft vooralsnog buiten schot in dit schandaal.

Journalistic
"Vooralsnog het hoofd boven water houden"

— To just barely survive or manage for now.

Het bedrijf kan vooralsnog het hoofd boven water houden.

Economic
"Vooralsnog de lippen op elkaar houden"

— To remain silent about something for now.

Zij houden vooralsnog de lippen op elkaar over de fusie.

Informal/Journalistic
"Vooralsnog aan het kortste eind trekken"

— To be the loser in a situation for the time being.

De kleine ondernemers trekken vooralsnog aan het kortste eind.

Neutral
"Vooralsnog bakzeil halen"

— To back down or admit defeat for the time being.

De oppositie moest vooralsnog bakzeil halen.

Political

Word Family

Related

voorlopig
voorheen
voorts
nogmaals
alsnog
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Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'Voor-Als-Nog' as 'FOR-AS-YET'. If you can remember those three English words, you have the exact meaning and structure of the Dutch word.

Visual Association

Imagine a 'PAUSE' button on a remote control. The situation is paused 'vooralsnog', but you know the 'PLAY' button will be pressed eventually.

Word Web

tijd nu later verandering formeel nieuws besluit wachten

Challenge

Try to use 'vooralsnog' in your next formal Dutch email instead of 'voorlopig' and see if the recipient responds more professionally.

Word Origin

Formed from three Dutch words: 'voor' (for), 'als' (as), and 'nog' (yet/still).

Original meaning: Literally 'for as yet'.

Germanic (Dutch).
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