No. 3,387 in Dutch
legitieme
"Legitieme" means "legitimate" or "lawful" in English.
In a sentence
Zijn bezorgdheid over de situatie was legitieme.
His concern about the situation was legitimate.
Indicates that the concern is justified and reasonable.
De legitieme eigenaar van het huis heeft eindelijk zijn recht gekregen.
The legitimate owner of the house has finally received his rights.
Refers to someone who legally or rightfully owns something.
Het is een legitieme vraag die gesteld moet worden.
It is a legitimate question that should be asked.
Implies that the question is reasonable or appropriate in the given context.
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