How to Pronounce inburgering

CEFR level: B1

English: civic integration

Say it like in-BUR-guh-ring

Phonetic breakdown

The word is composed of the prefix 'in-', the noun 'burger' (citizen), and the suffix '-ing' to form a gerund.

Learners often confuse the spelling by using a 'c' instead of a 'g' at the end of the first syllable.

This term specifically refers to the mandatory process for newcomers to learn the Dutch language and culture to participate in society.