This is the 3456th most frequent Dutch word.
nakomelingen
Descendants or offspring.
Here, 'nakomelingen' means 'descendants' and refers to the offspring or successors of an individual, particularly within a royal or familial context.
De nakomelingen van de oude koning regeerden het koninkrijk wijs.
The descendants of the old king ruled the kingdom wisely.
In this sentence, 'nakomelingen' refers to the young or progeny of animal species, emphasizing conservation efforts.
Als onderdeel van hun missie beschermen ze de nakomelingen van bedreigde diersoorten.
As part of their mission, they protect the offspring of endangered species.
Here, 'nakomelingen' is used to describe the extended family members stemming from one's ancestors, showing its application in a familial lineage context.