No. 5,041 in Dutch
hoffman
"Hoffman" is a Dutch surname and does not have a distinct definition.
In a sentence
Hoffman is een interessant karakter in deze film.
Hoffman is an interesting character in this movie.
Here 'Hoffman' is used as a proper noun, specifically being the name of a character in a film.
De hoffman zorgde voor een gastvrij ontvangst.
The chamberlain provided a hospitable reception.
In this sentence, 'hoffman' is used as a common noun meaning 'chamberlain,' referring to a person responsible for ceremonial duties.
De kinderen speelden een spel genaamd 'Red de hoffman'.
The children played a game called 'Save the chamberlain.'
Here, 'hoffman' as part of a game title refers to a general or fictional chamberlain character within a playful scenario.
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