No. 4,705 in Dutch
engelen
"Engelen" means "angels" in English.
In a sentence
Engelen zingen prachtig in de hemel.
Angels sing beautifully in heaven.
Here, 'engelen' is used in its primary meaning, referring to 'angels' as spiritual beings.
Ze hebben een stem als engelen.
They have voices like angels.
In this instance, 'engelen' is employed metaphorically, suggesting someone has a beautiful voice akin to that of angels.
De kinderen kleedden zich als engelen voor het kerstspel.
The children dressed as angels for the Christmas play.
Here, 'engelen' is used to refer to the depiction of angels, specifically as a costume or portrayal in an event.
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