No. 7,221 in Dutch
bende
"Mess" or "gang," depending on context.
In a sentence
De bende was verantwoordelijk voor de inbraak.
The gang was responsible for the burglary.
Here, 'bende' is used to mean an 'organized group of individuals' or 'gang.'
Wat een bende heb je gemaakt in de kamer!
What a mess you made in the room!
In this sentence, 'bende' is used to describe 'a mess' or 'disorderly state.'
De kinderen speelden alsof ze een bende piraten waren.
The children played as if they were a gang of pirates.
Here, 'bende' is used figuratively for a playful group.
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