No. 227 in Dutch
houdt
The Dutch word "houdt" means "holds" or "keeps" and can also mean "likes" in certain contexts.
In a sentence
Zij houdt van chocolade.
She loves chocolate.
In this sentence, 'houdt' means 'loves', used in the phrase 'houdt van', which indicates affection for something.
Hij houdt zijn belofte.
He keeps his promise.
Here, 'houdt' means 'keeps', referring to the act of maintaining or fulfilling a promise.
Ik hoop dat het weer goed houdt.
I hope the weather holds up.
In this context, 'houdt' means 'holds', describing the stability or consistency of the weather condition.
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