This is the 7995th most frequent Dutch word.
estafette
"Estafette" in Dutch means "relay," referring to a race or activity where participants take turns completing parts of a task.
Here, 'estafette' is used in the context of a physical activity or sport where participants take turns completing segments of a race, a common setting for the word.
Tijdens de gymles deden we een estafette waarbij we snel moesten rennen.
During the gym class, we did a relay in which we had to run fast.
In this sentence, 'estafette' is metaphorically used to describe a sequence of collective activities or tasks, highlighting teamwork.
In een estafette van taken hebben we samen het project succesvol afgerond.
Through a relay of tasks, we successfully completed the project together.
Here, 'estafette' again represents the recreational activity of a relay race, showcasing its common usage in describing playful or competitive scenarios.