This is the 8591st most frequent Dutch word.
houdbaarheid
Shelf life or durability.
In this sentence, 'houdbaarheid' refers to how long a product, such as milk, remains usable or consumable before it expires.
De houdbaarheid van melk is meestal ongeveer een week.
The shelf life of milk is usually about a week.
Here, 'houdbaarheid' metaphorically describes the longevity or endurance of a personal connection.
De houdbaarheid van een relatie hangt af van communicatie en vertrouwen.
The durability of a relationship depends on communication and trust.
In this context, 'houdbaarheid' indicates the resilience or validity of scientific theories when subjected to testing.