This is the 7935th most frequent Dutch word.
ei
Egg.
In this sentence, 'ei' is used as a noun referring to the egg, an object.
Het ei ligt op tafel.
The egg is on the table.
In this sentence, 'ei' is part of an expression, offering a metaphorical use.
Ik ben blij als een ei.
I am as happy as an egg.
Here, 'ei' is used metaphorically to symbolize something developing or forming.