This is the 1064th most frequent Dutch word.
brandstof
Fuel.
In this sentence, 'brandstof' refers to the diesel used as the fuel for the car.
De auto rijdt op diesel als brandstof.
The car runs on diesel as fuel.
Here, 'brandstof' is employed to discuss ethanol's role as a usable fuel source.
Ethanol wordt vaak gebruikt als een alternatieve brandstof.
Ethanol is often used as an alternative fuel.
In this metaphorical uses, 'brandstof' symbolizes an inspirational or motivating source for creativity.