dekken

dekken

"Dekken" means "to cover" or "to set" (e.g., a 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.

Ik help mijn oma met het dekken van de tafel.

I help my grandmother with setting the table.

In this sentence, 'dekt' means 'covers', showing its use in contexts related to financial protection or assurance.

De verzekering dekt de schade.

The insurance covers the damage.

Here, 'dekken' implies 'to take cover' or protect oneself, indicating its use in a military or protective situation.

De soldaten moesten zich dekken tijdens het gevecht.

The soldiers had to take cover during the battle.