No. 4,011 in Dutch
as
The Dutch word "as" means "axis," "ash," or "spindle," depending on context.
In a sentence
De as van de vulkaan is verspreid over het land.
The ash of the volcano is spread across the land.
In this sentence, 'as' refers to ash, the small, powdery residue left after the combustion of a material.
De as van het wiel moet regelmatig gesmeerd worden.
The axle of the wheel must be lubricated regularly.
Here, 'as' means axle, a central shaft for a rotating element.
Als leraar moet je geduldig zijn, as is belangrijk.
As a teacher, you must be patient, which is important.
In this sentence, 'as' is a conjunction used to signify a role or to compare.
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