This is the 4197th most frequent Dutch word.
basil
Basil: A herb used in cooking, known for its aromatic leaves.
Here, 'basilicum' is used as a noun to refer to the herb itself in the context of cooking.
Ik gebruik basilicum bij het koken van pastasaus.
I use basil when cooking pasta sauce.
In this sentence, 'basilicum' refers to the plant as a whole, emphasizing its cultivation.
De basilicumplant groeit goed in een zonnige tuin.
The basil plant grows well in a sunny garden.
Here, 'basilicum' indicates the fresh leaves of the herb, specific to the requirement in a recipe.