This is the 8585th most frequent Dutch word.
hoorzittingen
"Hoorzittingen" means "hearings" in English.
In this sentence, "hoorzittingen" refers to official meetings where testimonies or discussions are conducted, typically in a formal or legal context.
De hoorzittingen werden gisteren gehouden in het gemeentehuis.
The hearings were held yesterday at the town hall.
Here, "hoorzittingen" are gatherings that allow participants to voice their opinions, often to consider public or government decisions.
Tijdens de hoorzittingen kon iedereen zijn mening uiten over het nieuwe beleid.
During the hearings, everyone could express their opinion about the new policy.
In this example, "hoorzittingen" indicates legal procedures where arguments and evidence are presented, typically in a judicial setting.