This is the 6813th most frequent Dutch word.
aanbrengen
"To apply" or "to install."
In this sentence, 'aanbrengen' is used in the sense of physically applying or putting something onto a surface.
De schilder besloot om een nieuwe laag verf op het canvas aan te brengen.
The painter decided to apply a new layer of paint to the canvas.
Here, 'aanbrengen' implies making adjustments or modifications to an item or concept.
We moeten enkele wijzigingen aanbrengen in het ontwerp voordat we verder kunnen.
We need to make some changes to the design before we can proceed.
In this context, 'aanbrengen' refers to setting up or configuring something to fit a required setup.