This is the 2903rd most frequent Dutch word.
afbouwen
To gradually reduce or phase out.
In this sentence, 'afbouwen' means to gradually reduce or finalize an activity, specifically referring to wrapping up a project.
We moeten binnenkort de werkzaamheden aan het project afbouwen.
We must soon phase out the work on the project.
Here, 'afbouwen' is used to describe reducing the dosage of medication incrementally, often for safety reasons.
De patiënt moet de medicatie langzaam afbouwen volgens doktersadvies.
The patient must gradually taper off the medication as per the doctor's advice.
In this example, 'afbouwen' signifies the finalizing stages or completing the task of constructing a new building.