This is the 3548th most frequent Dutch word.
opzettelijk
Deliberate or intentional.
In this sentence, 'opzettelijk' signifies a deliberate action taken by the subject, indicating intent and premeditation.
Hij heeft opzettelijk het glas gebroken.
He intentionally broke the glass.
Here, 'opzettelijk' describes a purposeful adjustment in behavior to achieve a specific outcome, emphasizing intentionality.
Ze sprak opzettelijk langzaam, zodat iedereen haar goed kon begrijpen.
She intentionally spoke slowly so that everyone could understand her well.
In this usage, 'opzettelijk' is used to express doubt about the intentionality of someone's action, considering the possibility of accidental or unintended behavior.