This is the 1943rd most frequent Dutch word.
aard
Nature; character; essence.
The word 'aard' refers to the inherent characteristics or the nature of something, relating to its essence or qualities.
De aard van het probleem is complex.
The nature of the problem is complex.
In this sentence, 'aard' refers to someone's temperament or character, describing a personal trait.
Hij behandelde iedereen met een vriendelijke aard.
He treated everyone with a friendly disposition.
Here, 'aard' is used to describe the physical characteristics of an object, highlighting its texture or essential quality.