This is the 3644th most frequent Dutch word.
risicogroepen
"Risk groups" – groups of people more vulnerable to certain risks or dangers.
In this sentence, 'risicogroepen' refers to categories of individuals who are particularly at risk from certain dangers, such as health issues or social challenges. The word functions as the object of the verb 'beschermen' (to protect).
De overheid stelt maatregelen in om risicogroepen te beschermen.
The government implements measures to protect risk groups.
Here, 'risicogroepen' is used to designate groups of individuals who are prioritized due to higher exposure or vulnerability to diseases. The word acts as the recipient of the action, receiving the priority measures.
Vaccinaties worden prioritair aangeboden aan risicogroepen.
Vaccinations are offered with priority to risk groups.
In this instance, the term 'risicogroepen' identifies demographic groups, in this case elderly people, who are more likely to face adverse effects from economic changes. The word is used as the complement in the sentence, explained by 'worden beschouwd' (are considered).