lamp

This is the 3376th most frequent Dutch word.


lamp

A device that produces light.


In this sentence, 'lamp' is used to refer to a light fixture.

De lamp hangt aan het plafond.

The lamp hangs from the ceiling.


Here, 'lamp' is used to denote a standalone light source, such as a table or floor lamp.

Zet de lamp even naast de bank voor meer licht.

Place the lamp next to the couch for more light.


In this usage, 'lamp' is a synecdoche for a car's headlight, demonstrating its versatility in reference.

De lamp van deze auto is kapot.

The headlight of this car is broken.