No. 4,889 in Dutch
gewest
"Gewest" means "region" or "province" in English.
In a sentence
Het gewest Vlaanderen heeft een rijke geschiedenis.
The region of Flanders has a rich history.
Here, 'gewest' refers to a region, specifically a territorial division with historical and cultural significance.
Het gewest profiteert van economische groei en investeringen.
The region benefits from economic growth and investments.
In this sentence, 'gewest' is used to refer to an administrative or political region in terms of economic context.
Dit gewest staat bekend om zijn prachtige natuurgebieden.
This region is known for its beautiful natural areas.
In this instance, 'gewest' highlights a geographical region distinguished by its environmental or ecological character.
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