This is the 5970th most frequent Dutch word.
puma
The Dutch word "puma" refers to a large wild cat, also known as a cougar or mountain lion.
Here, the word 'puma' refers to the animal known as the cougar or mountain lion, indicating its identity in a taxonomic sense.
Een puma is een soort grote katachtige.
A puma is a type of large feline.
In this sentence, 'Puma' refers to the popular brand name of sportswear and not the animal.
Hij droeg sportschoenen van het merk Puma.
He wore sports shoes of the brand Puma.
This sentence uses 'puma' to directly refer to the animal in a specific context, emphasizing its care in captivity.