This is the 4820th most frequent Dutch word.
free
The Dutch word "free" means "peaceful" or "unharmed."
Here, 'vrij' ('free') is used to mean unrestrained in one's actions or speech, indicating personal liberty.
Ik voel me vrij om te zeggen wat ik denk.
I feel free to say what I think.
In this instance, 'vrij' ('free') describes playing without restrictions, showing a sense of carefree behavior.
Kinderen spelen vrij op het grasveld.
Children play freely on the grass field.
Here, 'gratis' ('free') in Dutch, which can be a synonym to 'vrij', is used to indicate that there is no cost for entering.