No. 4,624 in Dutch
dream
The Dutch word "droom" means "dream" in English, referring to thoughts, images, or sensations occurring during sleep or aspirations/desires.
In a sentence
Ik had een prachtige droom vannacht.
I had a beautiful dream last night.
The noun "droom" is used to describe the experience or vision one has while sleeping.
Hij droomt ervan om ooit een schrijver te worden.
He dreams of becoming a writer someday.
The verb "droomt" is used to express the act of contemplating an aspiration or ambition.
Het idee van een vreedzame wereld is een droom voor velen.
The idea of a peaceful world is a dream for many.
The noun "droom" is metaphorically used to represent an abstract, often idealistic goal or vision.
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