No. 4,821 in Dutch
freilich
The Dutch language does not use the word "freilich"; it is German and means "of course" or "certainly" in English.
In a sentence
Freilich, het is belangrijk om je huiswerk op tijd te maken.
Certainly, it is important to complete your homework on time.
Here, 'freilich' is used as an adverb indicating a sure or certain aspect, expressing confidence in the statement.
Hij zei freilich dat hij morgen zou komen, maar ik ben niet zeker.
He did say certainly that he would come tomorrow, but I am not sure.
In this sentence, 'freilich' illustrates assurance or certainty in the action, as mentioned by someone.
Freilich voelde ze zich een beetje zenuwachtig voor haar optreden.
Certainly, she felt a bit nervous about her performance.
The word 'freilich' here conveys an acknowledgment or admission of a feeling or situation.
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