This is the 2644th most frequent Dutch word.
kerk
"Church."
Here, 'kerk' refers to the building or institution of the church where religious activities take place.
Ik ga elke zondag naar de kerk.
I go to church every Sunday.
In this context, 'kerk' is used to denote a physical building, specifically an architectural structure.
De oude kerk in het centrum van de stad is een monument.
The old church in the city center is a monument.
Here, 'kerk' refers to a specific location which is a place of religious significance.