This is the 4909th most frequent Dutch word.
gloria
The Dutch word "gloria" refers to "glory" or "magnificence," often with a religious or celebratory connotation.
Here, 'gloria' is used metaphorically to describe the exceptional and uplifting quality of the music.
De muziek klonk als pure gloria in mijn oren.
The music sounded like pure glory to my ears.
In this sentence, 'gloria' refers directly to the Latin term from the Christmas hymn, meaning 'glory'.
We zongen gezamenlijk het lied 'Gloria in Excelsis Deo'.
We sang together the song 'Gloria in Excelsis Deo'.
Here, 'gloria' is used to indicate the splendid aura or pride surrounding the actor.