This is the 4216th most frequent Dutch word.
begijnhof
A "begijnhof" is a courtyard or complex of houses where Beguines, women living a semi-monastic life, resided.
The word 'begijnhof' is used as a noun here to refer to a specific historic location, highlighting its role as a place of interest.
Het Begijnhof is een historisch hofje in Amsterdam.
The Begijnhof is a historic courtyard in Amsterdam.
Here, 'begijnhoven' is in plural form and refers to the community living places for religious women, illustrating its historical and collective sense.
Begijnhoven werden oorspronkelijk gesticht voor religieuze vrouwen.
Courtyards known as 'begijnhoven' were originally established for religious women.
In this sentence, the term 'begijnhoven' is also used in the plural form, emphasizing its context as specific architectural spots renowned historically.