No. 4,555 in Dutch
dekken
"Dekken" means "to cover" or "to set" (e.g., a table).
In a sentence
Ik help mijn oma met het dekken van de tafel.
I help my grandmother with setting the table.
Here, 'dekken van de tafel' means 'to set the table', which is a typical use of the word 'dekken' in domestic contexts for organizing tableware.
De verzekering dekt de schade.
The insurance covers the damage.
In this sentence, 'dekt' means 'covers', showing its use in contexts related to financial protection or assurance.
De soldaten moesten zich dekken tijdens het gevecht.
The soldiers had to take cover during the battle.
Here, 'dekken' implies 'to take cover' or protect oneself, indicating its use in a military or protective situation.
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