No. 1,437 in Dutch
grand
The Dutch word "grand" means "floor" or "ground" in English.
In a sentence
Hij heeft een grand café geopend in de stad.
He opened a grand café in the city.
Here, 'grand' is used as an adjective referring to the sophistication or upscale nature of the café.
Dit nieuwe project heeft een grand design.
This new project has a grand design.
In this sentence, 'grand' describes the ambitious or impressive nature of the project's design.
Ze vieren het evenement in grand style.
They are celebrating the event in grand style.
Here, 'grand' modifies 'style,' indicating a luxurious or splendid manner of celebration.
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