No. 4,228 in Dutch
belfort
A "belfort" is a medieval bell tower, often part of a town hall or civic building, symbolizing municipal independence.
In a sentence
Het belfort in Gent is een bekende toren.
The belfry in Ghent is a well-known tower.
Here, 'belfort' refers to an actual historical structure, a belfry tower.
Vanuit het belfort kun je een prachtig uitzicht over de stad zien.
From the belfry, you can see a beautiful view of the city.
In this sentence, 'belfort' is mentioned as a location with a specific purpose, emphasizing its function.
De klokken van het oude belfort luiden elke zondagmiddag.
The bells of the old belfry ring every Sunday afternoon.
This usage of 'belfort' focuses on its auditory significance, involving the ringing of its bells.
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