This is the 3150th most frequent Dutch word.
ere
"Honor" or "glory."
Here, 'ere' is used in the phrase 'in ere houden', which means to keep in honor or to maintain respectfully.
In ere houden wij de tradities van ons land.
We honor the traditions of our country.
In this example, 'ere' is part of the compound word 'erevoorzitter', indicating an honorary or ceremonial position.
Hij werd tot erevoorzitter benoemd.
He was appointed honorary chairman.
The phrase 'in ere hersteld' translates to being restored to honor, where 'ere' refers to esteem or dignity.