No. 3,996 in Dutch
échte
"Échte" means "real" or "genuine" in English.
In a sentence
Dit is een échte uitdaging.
This is a real challenge.
Here, 'échte' is used as an emphasis on the genuineness of the challenge.
Hij is een échte vriend.
He is a true friend.
In this sentence, 'échte' emphasizes the sincerity and reliability of the friendship.
We zoeken naar een échte oplossing.
We are looking for a genuine solution.
'échte' in this context highlights the necessity of an authentic and effective solution.
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