This is the 2728th most frequent Dutch word.
paleis
Palace.
In this sentence, 'paleis' refers to a royal building.
Dit paleis is een symbool van koninklijke macht.
This palace is a symbol of royal power.
Here, 'paleis' is metaphorically used to denote an important building for public services, emphasizing its grandeur.
Het paleis van justitie bevindt zich in het stadscentrum.
The palace of justice is located in the city center.
'paleis' is used figuratively in this case to express admiration for the house.