No. 5,136 in Dutch
iris
"Iris" in Dutch refers to the colored part of the eye or a type of flowering plant.
In a sentence
De iris is een prachtige bloem die vaak in tuinen wordt geplant.
The iris is a beautiful flower that is often planted in gardens.
'iris' is used to refer to a type of flower, showcasing its use as a noun for a botanical subject.
De iris in je oog reguleert de hoeveelheid licht die naar binnen komt.
The iris in your eye regulates the amount of light that enters.
'iris' is used to refer to the part of the eye, highlighting its anatomical usage.
Iris, mijn buurvrouw, heeft een nieuwe baan gevonden.
Iris, my neighbor, has found a new job.
'Iris' is used as a proper noun, specifically as a person's name.
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