No. 1,976 in Dutch
benen
The Dutch word "benen" translates to "legs" in English.
In a sentence
Mijn benen voelen zwaar na de lange wandeling.
My legs feel heavy after the long walk.
Here, 'benen' refers to one's lower limbs, specifically discussing a feeling of physical exhaustion.
De tafel heeft vier stevige benen.
The table has four sturdy legs.
In this case, 'benen' is used metaphorically to refer to the legs of an object, a common extension of the word's meaning.
Kinderen leren soms op handen en benen kruipen.
Children sometimes learn to crawl on hands and knees.
The use of 'benen' here emphasizes bodily movements and positions, highlighting functional aspects of physical activity.
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