This is the 8733rd most frequent Dutch word.
instellen
To set, adjust, establish, or configure.
In this sentence, 'instellen' is used in the context of configuring or setting a device, such as an alarm clock.
Ik moet het alarm opnieuw instellen.
I need to reset the alarm.
Here, 'instellen' means establishing or defining targets or objectives.
De leraar vroeg ons om doelen voor het nieuwe schooljaar in te stellen.
The teacher asked us to set goals for the new school year.
In this example, 'instellen' is applied to the act of introducing or instituting new policies or rules.