This is the 4957th most frequent Dutch word.
hbo
HBO in Dutch stands for "higher professional education," a level of tertiary education in the Netherlands.
In this sentence, 'hbo' is used to refer to a level of higher vocational education in the Netherlands, explicitly indicating the type of educational institution.
Ik studeer aan een hbo-instelling in Amsterdam.
I am studying at a college institution in Amsterdam.
Here, 'hbo' describes the educational program at the specified level, emphasizing curriculum requirements.
Het hbo-programma vereist een goede basiskennis van wiskunde.
The college program requires a good foundational knowledge of mathematics.
In this instance, 'hbo' represents the level of study to which a student transitions, highlighting the step in educational progression.