No. 1,227 in Dutch
achtergrond
"Background."
In a sentence
De achtergrond van het schilderij is blauw.
The background of the painting is blue.
In this sentence, 'achtergrond' refers to the part of the painting that serves as the backdrop or the surface behind the main subject.
Hij heeft een achtergrond in wiskunde en natuurkunde.
He has a background in mathematics and physics.
Here, 'achtergrond' expresses the educational or professional experience or foundation someone has.
De discussie vond plaats tegen de achtergrond van politieke veranderingen.
The discussion took place against the backdrop of political changes.
In this context, 'achtergrond' denotes the framework or circumstances surrounding an event or situation.
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