This is the 5279th most frequent Dutch word.
kern
Core; nucleus; essence.
Here, 'kern' is used to mean 'core', indicating the central and most important part of the issue at hand.
De kern van het probleem ligt in communicatie.
The core of the problem lies in communication.
In this sentence, 'kern' refers to a physical 'core', specifically the central part of a fruit.
Een kern is een essentieel onderdeel van een appel.
A core is an essential part of an apple.
Here, 'kern' describes the central region of the earth, often referred to as the 'earth's core' in geological contexts.