This is the 8511th most frequent Dutch word.
herbestemmen
To repurpose or reallocate.
The word 'herbestemmen' is used to indicate changing the intended use or function of the old building to suit a new purpose.
We moeten het oude gebouw herbestemmen voor een nieuwe functie.
We need to repurpose the old building for a new function.
Here, 'herbestemmen' refers to modifying the park's purpose or utilization through an official project.
Het project om het park te herbestemmen is goedgekeurd door de gemeente.
The project to repurpose the park has been approved by the municipality.
'Herbestemmen' in this sentence conveys rethinking and changing the use of industrial areas to align with sustainability goals.