No. 1,818 in Dutch
federal
The Dutch word "federaal" translates to "relating to a system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs."
In a sentence
De federale regering heeft nieuwe richtlijnen ingevoerd.
The federal government has introduced new guidelines.
Here, 'federale' describes the type of government, indicating a governance system organized under a federation.
In België is de federale structuur bedoeld om de diversiteit te ondersteunen.
In Belgium, the federal structure is intended to support diversity.
In this sentence, 'federale structuur' refers to the organizational framework based on federalism.
De federale agentschappen werken samen aan nationale projecten.
The federal agencies collaborate on national projects.
'Federale agentschappen' indicates entities operating within or under the federal government.
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