This is the 765th most frequent Dutch word.
ongeval
Accident.
Here, 'ongeval' refers to an unexpected and sudden mishap or accident, typically involving harm or disruption.
Er vond een ernstig ongeval plaats op de snelweg.
A serious accident occurred on the highway.
In this sentence, 'ongeval' is mentioned as a past event, emphasizing its consequences on traffic.
Na het ongeval werd de weg afgesloten voor verkeer.
After the accident, the road was closed for traffic.
Here, 'ongeval' is used to refer to an event that could have caused harm but did not result in injuries.