This is the 2089th most frequent Dutch word.
gevangenisstraffen
Prison sentences.
Here, 'gevangenisstraffen' denotes the legal sentences of incarceration imposed by the court as punishment for crimes.
De rechter heeft besloten om zware gevangenisstraffen op te leggen aan de verdachten.
The judge has decided to impose severe prison sentences on the suspects.
In this sentence, 'gevangenisstraffen' refers to shorter durations of imprisonment used as penalties for lesser violations.
In sommige landen worden korte gevangenisstraffen gegeven voor kleine overtredingen.
In some countries, short prison sentences are given for minor offenses.
Here, 'gevangenisstraffen' discusses the concept and efficacy of extended stay periods in prison as corrective measures for offenders.