biezen

This is the 4275th most frequent Dutch word.


biezen

"Biezen" refers to rushes or reeds, a type of plant often found near water.


In this sentence, 'biezen' refers to the metaphorical act of packing belongings, as 'biezen' were traditionally used as a material to hold or carry things.

Hij moet zijn biezen pakken en vertrekken.

He has to pack his rushes and leave.


Here, 'biezen' represents the material 'rushes' used in crafts or furniture making.

Wij gaan een stoel maken met biezen.

We are going to make a chair with rushes.


In this context, 'biezen' refers to the actual plants known as rushes growing near water bodies.

De rivier oevers waren bezaaid met biezen.

The river banks were scattered with rushes.