This is the 1133rd most frequent Dutch word.
podium
A stage or platform for performances or presentations.
Here, 'podium' refers to the physical stage where performances take place.
Hij stond op het podium en begon te zingen.
He stood on the stage and started singing.
In this sentence, 'podium' is used to denote the platform for winners and awards in a competitive event.
Het podium van deze wedstrijd was goed georganiseerd.
The podium of this contest was well organized.
Here, 'podium' metaphorically represents an opportunity or medium for communication and presentation.