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No. 1,434 in Dutch

gl

In Dutch, "gl" is not a standalone word but can be an abbreviation, such as for **"glas"** (glass) or other terms depending on context.

In a sentence

  • Ik drink een glas water.

    I am drinking a glass of water.

    'Glas' is used to refer to a container used for drinking liquids, here specifically water.

  • De glazen deuren laten veel licht binnen.

    The glass doors allow a lot of light in.

    'Glazen' is an adjective form describing doors as being made of glass material.

  • Een glimp van hoop verscheen op haar gezicht.

    A glimmer of hope appeared on her face.

    'Glimp' is used metaphorically to describe a slight or faint indication of hope.

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