This is the 5745th most frequent Dutch word.
nijhuis
"Nieuw huis" is missspelled into "nijhuis" which translates to "new house.") Alternatively, It can also refer as a **"surname"** for Dutch families...*
In this sentence, 'Nijhuis' is used as a family name.
De familie Nijhuis woont al jaren in deze stad.
The Nijhuis family has lived in this city for years.
Here, 'nijhuis' refers to a type of shelter or haven.
Het nieuwe nijhuis biedt onderdak aan dieren in nood.
The new shelter provides refuge for animals in need.
In this context, 'nijhuis' describes someone who lives in seclusion.