No. 238 in Dutch
gebruik
"Use" or "usage."
In a sentence
Ik maak dagelijks gebruik van mijn fiets.
I make daily use of my bike.
In this sentence, "gebruik" is a noun representing the act of using something.
Ze gebruiken altijd verse ingrediënten voor hun recepten.
They always use fresh ingredients for their recipes.
Here, "gebruik" is part of the verb "gebruiken," meaning 'to use' in general.
Het juiste gebruik van de apparatuur is essentieel voor de veiligheid.
The proper use of the equipment is essential for safety.
In this context, "gebruik" is a noun again, emphasizing the manner of using something correctly.
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