This is the 1233rd most frequent Dutch word.
atleten
Athletes.
Here, 'atleten' refers to individuals who engage in sports and physical activities to compete professionally or recreationally.
De atleten hebben hard getraind voor de wedstrijd.
The athletes have trained hard for the competition.
In this context, 'atleten' describes sportspersons chosen to compete and represent a nation in international sports events.
Tijdens de Olympische Spelen vertegenwoordigen de atleten hun land.
During the Olympic Games, the athletes represent their country.
Here, 'atleten' is used to describe young individuals starting their journey into sports and aspiring to become professional athletes.