No. 2,641 in Dutch
kasteel
Castle.
In a sentence
Het kasteel is oud en majestueus.
The castle is old and majestic.
Here, 'kasteel' refers to a physical structure, highlighting its appearance and historical significance.
We gingen een dagje naar het kasteel in Utrecht.
We went for a day trip to the castle in Utrecht.
In this context, 'kasteel' is used to refer to the destination of a trip, emphasizing its role as a point of interest.
Ze bouwden een zandkasteel op het strand.
They built a sandcastle on the beach.
In this case, 'kasteel' is part of the compound word 'zandkasteel', metaphorically describing a castle made of sand.
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