This is the 2179th most frequent Dutch word.
letsel
In English, "letsel" means "injury" or "harm."
Here, 'letsel' refers to physical injuries sustained.
De atleet liep ernstig letsel op tijdens de wedstrijd.
The athlete sustained serious injuries during the competition.
In this sentence, 'letsel' is used to denote lasting harm caused.
Het slachtoffer heeft blijvend letsel overgehouden na het ongeval.
The victim has suffered permanent injuries after the accident.
In this context, 'letsel' pertains to the injury as a subject of legal or medical discussion.