This is the 2033rd most frequent Dutch word.
doelman
Goalkeeper.
Here, the word 'doelman' refers to the goalkeeper in a soccer (football) game.
De doelman heeft een uitstekende redding gemaakt.
The goalkeeper made an excellent save.
Here, 'doelman' is describing the role of being a goalkeeper.
Als doelman moet je snel kunnen reageren.
As a goalkeeper, you must be able to react quickly.
In this sentence, 'doelman' is used to indicate the aspiration of becoming a goalkeeper.