This is the 2140th most frequent Dutch word.
islam
The Dutch word "islam" refers to the monotheistic religion founded on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad as recorded in the Qur'an.
In this sentence, 'islam' denotes the subject matter of academic study.
Hij studeert islam en arabistiek aan de universiteit.
He studies Islam and Arabic studies at the university.
'Islam' is used to represent the cultural and historical impact associated with the religion.
De invloed van de islam in de regio is historisch significant.
The influence of Islam in the region is historically significant.
Here, 'islam' is used as a noun to refer to the religion itself.