No. 7,773 in Dutch
diktators
"Diktators" is the Dutch plural form of "dictator," meaning autocratic rulers with absolute power.
In a sentence
De dictators overheersten hun landen met strenge regels.
The dictators ruled their countries with strict regulations.
The word is used to describe rulers who govern with strict and oppressive authority.
Sommige mensen vreesden dat de nieuwe wetten het werk van verborgen dictators waren.
Some people feared that the new laws were the work of hidden dictators.
Here, the word is used metaphorically to refer to unseen forces exerting dictatorial control.
In de geschiedenislessen leren studenten over beroemde dictators.
In history classes, students learn about famous dictators.
In this context, the term refers to historical figures known for their autocratic rule.
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