This is the 3132nd most frequent Dutch word.
durfde
"Durfde" means "dared" (past tense of "durven").
'Durfde' here indicates a past moment of courage to undertake a challenging action.
Hij durfde eindelijk de berg op te klimmen.
He finally dared to climb the mountain.
'Durfde' expresses the bravery shown in stating one's thoughts openly.
Ze durfde haar mening te geven tijdens de vergadering.
She dared to express her opinion during the meeting.
'Durfden', as past tense of 'durven' reflects the lack of courage to proceed with an act, here negated.