This is the 3484th most frequent Dutch word.
omstander
Bystander.
The word 'omstander' refers to a person who happened to be present during an incident or event, observing or passively involved.
Een omstander heeft snel hulp geboden aan het slachtoffer.
A bystander quickly provided help to the victim.
Here 'omstanders' is used to describe multiple individuals observing the activity, not directly participating.
De omstanders keken toe terwijl de brandweer de brand bluste.
The bystanders watched as the firefighters extinguished the fire.
The term 'omstanders' in this sentence highlights the potential role of witnesses at the scene who can assist by sharing observations.