haken

This is the 8449th most frequent Dutch word.


haken

"To hook" or "to crochet."


Here, 'haak' refers to a physical object, a hook, being a tool for hanging.

Ik gebruik een haak om de deur op te hangen.

I use a hook to hang the door.


In this sentence, 'haken' refers to the activity of crocheting, describing a crafting technique.

Tijdens de workshop leerde ik hoe ik moest haken.

During the workshop, I learned how to crochet.


In this instance, 'haken' is used metaphorically to mean connecting or fitting together.

De alinea haken hier niet goed in elkaar.

The paragraphs do not connect well here.