This is the 6139th most frequent Dutch word.
saints
The Dutch word "saints" does not exist; it may be a confusion with the English word "saints," meaning holy or virtuous individuals.
Here, 'heiligen' (saints) refers to individuals who have been canonized or recognized for their virtuous lives by religious communities, emphasizing their revered status.
Veel heiligen worden vereerd in deze kerk.
Many saints are venerated in this church.
In this sentence, 'heiligen' (saints) pertains to physical representations or statues of saintly figures found in religious settings.
De heiligenbeelden in de kerk zijn prachtig.
The statues of saints in the church are beautiful.
The term 'heiligen' (saints) here refers to historical figures celebrated for their exemplary devotion, demonstrating their role as moral or spiritual ideals.