No. 2,278 in Dutch
power
"Power" in Dutch typically refers to "strength" or "ability to control or influence."
In a sentence
De kracht van de golf bracht de boot uit balans.
The power of the wave tipped the boat off balance.
Here, 'kracht' (power) is used to signify the physical force or impact of something.
Zijn invloed en macht in het bedrijf zijn aanzienlijk.
His influence and power in the company are significant.
In this case, 'macht' (power) refers to authority or control within an organization or societal context.
De accu heeft niet genoeg vermogen om de motor te starten.
The battery doesn’t have enough power to start the engine.
The word 'vermogen' (power) here is used to describe the capability or energy availability of a device or machine.
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