No. 4,947 in Dutch
guile
The Dutch word "guile" does not exist; in English, "guile" means sly or cunning intelligence.
In a sentence
Zijn guile in het oplossen van puzzels is bewonderenswaardig.
His cleverness in solving puzzles is admirable.
In this sentence, 'guile' is used to describe cleverness and skill in approaching puzzles, highlighting a positive trait.
Zonder guile ben je kwetsbaar in een onderhandelsituatie.
Without cunning, you are vulnerable in a negotiation situation.
Here, 'guile' refers to shrewdness or strategic cunningness required to succeed in negotiations, emphasizing its practical use.
Zijn guile zorgde ervoor dat hij de waarheid kon verbergen.
His craftiness ensured he could hide the truth.
The word 'guile' is used in this instance to denote craftiness or sly skill in this context, illustrating its complex and sometimes negative connotations.
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