No. 1,642 in Dutch
mochten
"Mochten" means "were allowed to" or "could" in English, referring to permission or possibility in the past tense.
In a sentence
Mocht u nog vragen hebben, laat het me dan weten.
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The word 'mocht' here is used as a formal suggestion or permission, often in written contexts.
Toen ze jong waren, mochten ze altijd tot laat buiten spelen.
When they were young, they were always allowed to play outside until late.
The word 'mochten' here is used in its past tense form to indicate permission or ability in the past.
We mochten kiezen tussen een rode en een blauwe fiets.
We were allowed to choose between a red and a blue bicycle.
'Mochten' is used here to indicate permission granted to make a choice or decision in a past scenario.
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