No. 8,102 in Dutch
fratsen
Fratsen: Tricks, antics, or frivolous behavior.
In a sentence
Laat je niet misleiden door haar fratsen, ze is erg slim.
Don't be misled by her antics, she's very smart.
In this sentence, 'fratsen' is used to describe the playful or foolish behaviors performed by someone, aiming to distract or entertain others.
Zijn fratsen tijdens de vergadering waren ongepast.
His antics during the meeting were inappropriate.
Here, 'fratsen' refers to actions or behaviors that are quirky or distracting, and in the given context, unsuitable for the formal nature of the setting.
Ze heeft altijd creatieve fratsen om haar projecten op te vrolijken.
She always has creative antics to spice up her projects.
In this example, 'fratsen' is associated with inventive or unconventional ideas employed in a positive way to enhance projects creatively.
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