No. 4,796 in Dutch
fons
The Dutch word "fons" means "source" or "origin" in English.
In a sentence
De fons van het probleem bleek een vergissing te zijn.
The source of the problem turned out to be a mistake.
In this sentence, 'fons' refers to the origin or source of an issue.
Hij wordt vaak gezien als een fons van inspiratie.
He is often regarded as a source of inspiration.
Here, 'fons' is used metaphorically to describe someone as a source or fountainhead of something, like inspiration.
Ze hebben een nieuwe fons aangesteld binnen het team.
They have appointed a new key figure within the team.
In this context, 'fons' may refer to a leader or significant figure within a group or organization.
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