No. 5,513 in Dutch
maatschappij
Society or company.
In a sentence
De maatschappij waarin wij leven verandert constant.
The society in which we live is constantly changing.
In this sentence, "maatschappij" refers to society at large, encompassing its norms, values, and structures.
Hij werkt bij een maatschappelijk betrokken maatschappij.
He works at a socially involved company.
Here, "maatschappij" is used to denote a company or organization, emphasizing its engagement with social issues.
Het is belangrijk om maatschappelijk bewust te zijn.
It is important to be socially aware.
In this context, "maatschappij" is part of the adjective "maatschappelijk," relating to societal awareness or social consciousness.
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