This is the 838th most frequent Dutch word.
klimaatverandering
"Klimaatverandering" means "climate change," referring to long-term shifts in temperature, weather patterns, or atmospheric conditions.
The word 'klimaatverandering' is used here as the subject of the sentence, highlighting its general implication in affecting overall weather patterns.
Klimaatverandering beïnvloedt het weerpatroon wereldwijd.
Climate change affects the weather patterns globally.
In this sentence, 'klimaatverandering' serves as the cause of the action described, indicating the process linked to environmental changes.
Door klimaatverandering smelten de ijskappen langzaam.
Due to climate change, the ice caps are melting slowly.
Here, 'klimaatverandering' appears as part of a prepositional phrase, describing the topic of the investigation conducted by scientists.