This is the 2298th most frequent Dutch word.
rechtszaak
A "rechtszaak" is a court case or legal proceeding.
In this sentence, 'rechtszaak' is used to refer to a legal case or trial that is taking place in a court of law.
De rechtszaak begon om tien uur 's ochtends.
The trial started at ten o'clock in the morning.
Here, 'rechtszaak' is used to represent the settings and proceedings of the legal case where the witness provided testimony.
De getuige heeft vorige week tijdens de rechtszaak gesproken.
The witness spoke during the trial last week.
In this usage, 'rechtszaak' represents the legal case whose result or resolution is awaited.