No. 4,642 in Dutch
dé
The Dutch word "dé" is used to emphasize "the" in English, typically in expressions like "the one" or "the specific."
In a sentence
Dé taart waar iedereen het over heeft, staat op tafel.
The cake everyone is talking about is on the table.
In this sentence, 'dé' is used with emphasis to highlight the noun 'taart', indicating it is the particular cake of significance.
Het was dé kans om in het team te worden opgenomen.
It was the chance to be accepted into the team.
Here, 'dé' is used to underline the noun 'kans', suggesting it was a unique or special opportunity.
Dit is dé oplossing voor ons probleem.
This is the solution for our problem.
In this case, 'dé' adds emphasis to 'oplossing', signifying it is the definitive and perfect solution.
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