No. 1,047 in Dutch
banden
The Dutch word "banden" can mean "tires" (plural of "band") or "ties/bonds" depending on context.
In a sentence
De banden van mijn auto zijn versleten.
The tires of my car are worn out.
In this sentence, 'banden' refers to the tires of a vehicle, representing a physical object related to transportation.
We hebben sterke banden met onze buren.
We have strong ties with our neighbors.
Here, 'banden' is used metaphorically to describe connections or relationships between individuals.
Tijdens de vakantie heb ik oude banden met vrienden weer aangehaald.
During the holiday, I revived old links with friends.
Again, 'banden' is used in a figurative sense, referring to interpersonal connections or relationships.
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