This is the 1209th most frequent Dutch word.
kristof
"Kristof" is a Dutch male given name, equivalent to "Christopher" in English.
In this sentence, 'Kristof' is used as a proper noun, referring to a person's name.
Kristof houdt van schilderen.
Kristof loves painting.
Here, 'kristof' demonstrates hypothetical usage, assuming it could refer to an uncommon or creative name for crystals.
De kristof glinsterden in het maanlicht.
The crystals glistened in the moonlight.
Again, 'Kristof' is used as a proper noun to indicate the specific individual whose arrival triggers the described action.