This is the 1283rd most frequent Dutch word.
gerust
Calm, reassured.
The word 'gerust' is used as part of the verb 'gerust maken', meaning 'to reassure' or 'to make someone feel at ease', describing the action of alleviating someone's concerns.
Ik maakte hem gerust.
I reassured him.
Here, 'gerust' is used as an adverbial phrase, implying 'certainly' or 'without worry', suggesting that there are no problems or restrictions associated with the action.
Je kunt gerust die taak overnemen.
You can certainly take over that task.
In this sentence, 'gerust' functions as an adjective, describing a state of peacefulness or a life without stress or worries.