This is the 4580th most frequent Dutch word.
diamond
A precious gemstone made of crystallized carbon.
In this sentence, 'diamond' refers to a gemstone, highlighting its natural beauty and physical properties.
De diamant schittert prachtig in het licht.
The diamond sparkles beautifully in the light.
Here, 'diamond' is used metaphorically to describe someone exceptional and valuable in a specific field.
Hij speelt schaken als een diamant onder de strategen.
He plays chess like a diamond among strategists.
In this sentence, 'diamond' again denotes the gemstone, emphasizing its use in jewelry and special occasions.