This is the 1604th most frequent Dutch word.
investering
The Dutch word "investering" means "investment" in English.
Used as a noun to denote the act of committing resources to a project for future benefit.
De investering in duurzame energie draagt bij aan een betere toekomst.
The investment in renewable energy contributes to a better future.
Used metaphorically to describe the dedication of personal resources like time and effort.
Zijn investering in tijd en moeite heeft zich uitbetaald in succes.
His investment of time and effort has paid off in success.
Used in a policy and economic context to denote a regulated increase in resource allocation.