No. 3,171 in Dutch
fijnstof
Fine particulate matter or fine dust.
In a sentence
Fijnstof is schadelijk voor de gezondheid.
Fine particles are harmful to health.
Here, 'fijnstof' refers to the general concept of fine particles, used appellatively to discuss its health impact.
In steden is de concentratie van fijnstof vaak hoger.
In cities, the concentration of fine particles is often higher.
In this sentence, 'fijnstof' is used to specify the measured substance concerning air quality in urban environments.
Onze nieuwe luchtfilter vermindert fijnstof effectief.
Our new air filter effectively reduces fine particles.
Here, 'fijnstof' denotes the undesirable pollution particles, emphasizing the functionality of the air filter in mitigating them.
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