This is the 1501st most frequent Dutch word.
basisschool
Primary school.
The word 'basisschool' refers to the physical location or the institution of the elementary school.
Ik ga morgen naar de basisschool om mijn neefje op te halen.
I am going to the elementary school tomorrow to pick up my nephew.
In this sentence, 'basisschool' highlights the educational function and role of the elementary school in society.
De basisschool speelt een belangrijke rol in de ontwikkeling van kinderen.
The elementary school plays an important role in the development of children.
Here, 'basisschool' describes the institution as a place where children receive foundational education.