This is the 2271st most frequent Dutch word.
pensioen
"Pension" or "retirement income."
In this sentence, 'pensioen' refers to the act of retiring, commonly stated as 'met pensioen gaan,' meaning 'to retire.'
Hij ging vorig jaar met pensioen.
He retired last year.
Here, 'pensioen' refers to the monetary stipend or pension received after retirement, indicating financial support.
Mijn opa ontvangt elke maand een pensioen van de staat.
My grandfather receives a pension from the state every month.
In this example, 'pensioen' indicates the retirement period or stage in life, conveying the concept of preparing for life after employment.