No. 463 in Dutch
legt
The Dutch word "legt" means "lays" or "places" in English.
In a sentence
De student legt het boek op de tafel.
The student places the book on the table.
In this sentence, 'legt' is a verb meaning 'places'. It denotes the action of putting something somewhere.
Hij legt uit hoe het apparaat werkt.
He explains how the device works.
Here, 'legt uit' is part of a phrasal verb meaning 'explains'. It demonstrates the use of the word in providing clarification.
De vogel legt elke lente meerdere eieren.
The bird lays several eggs every spring.
In this context, 'legt' means 'lays' and refers to the laying of eggs by a bird.
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