No. 410 in Dutch
economie
The Dutch word "economie" means "economy" in English, referring to the system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
In a sentence
De economie van Nederland groeit gestaag.
The economy of the Netherlands is growing steadily.
Here, 'economie' refers to the economic system and state of a country.
Ik studeerde economie aan de universiteit.
I studied economics at the university.
In this case, 'economie' denotes the academic discipline that deals with economic principles and theories.
De economie van energie in dit gebouw wordt met moderne technologie verbeterd.
The economy of energy in this building is improved with modern technology.
Here, 'economie' is used in the sense of the efficient and optimal use of resources.
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