eieren

This is the 3142nd most frequent Dutch word.


eieren

The plural of "egg."


Here, 'eieren' is used in its plural form to denote more than one egg.

Ik zie twee eieren op tafel.

I see two eggs on the table.


In this sentence, 'eieren' refers to decorated eggs, which is a tradition during Easter.

Ze houdt van beschilderde eieren tijdens Pasen.

She loves painted eggs during Easter.


The use of 'eieren' here generalizes towards their nutritional aspect.

Eieren zijn een rijke bron van proteïne.

Eggs are a rich source of protein.