peter

This is the 5902nd most frequent Dutch word.


peter

Godfather.


Here, 'Peter' is used as a proper noun, referring to a person's name.

Peter is mijn beste vriend.

Peter is my best friend.


In this sentence, 'peter' means 'godfather', playing a significant role in some cultural and religious contexts.

Hij fungeert als peter voor het kind.

He acts as a godfather for the child.


In this usage, 'peter' can figuratively mean 'sponsor' or 'patron' referring to someone who supports or leads an initiative.

De peter van het project leidde de vergadering.

The sponsor of the project led the meeting.