This is the 2097th most frequent Dutch word.
gids
Guide.
In this sentence, 'gids' refers to a person who guides or leads others, such as a tour guide.
De gids leidde ons door het museum.
The guide led us through the museum.
Here, 'gids' denotes a book or text that provides information or instructions, such as a travel guide book.
Deze gids over de stad is erg nuttig.
This guide about the city is very useful.
In this example, 'gids' is used metaphorically to mean a template or reference for guidance.