This is the 3234th most frequent Dutch word.
gestalte
"Gestalte" means "shape, form, or figure" in English.
In this sentence, 'gestalte' refers to the physical shape or form of an object, specifically the tree.
De gestalte van de grote boom was zichtbaar in de verte.
The shape of the large tree was visible in the distance.
Here, 'gestalte' is used metaphorically to mean a role or guise that someone adopts.
Hij nam de gestalte aan van een vriendelijk persoon om vertrouwen te winnen.
He took on the guise of a friendly person to gain trust.
In this context, 'gestalte' describes the general form or outline of a physical locale, emphasizing its artistic representation.