No. 441 in Dutch
leiding
The Dutch word "leiding" translates to "leadership," "guidance," or "pipe" (depending on context).
In a sentence
De leiding van het project is in goede handen.
The management of the project is in good hands.
Here, 'leiding' refers to leadership or management, involving responsibility for overseeing the project.
De leiding van het gebouw is verstopt.
The pipe of the building is clogged.
In this sentence, 'leiding' refers to a pipeline, such as a plumbing or utility pipe within the infrastructure of a building.
Tijdens het kamp nam hij de leiding over de groep.
During the camp, he took charge of the group.
Here, 'leiding' denotes taking charge or assuming leadership responsibility over a group or activity.
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