No. 3,666 in Dutch
schijn
Appearance; illusion; semblance.
In a sentence
De schijn bedriegt.
Appearances can be deceiving.
The word 'schijn' refers to appearance or seeming in this sentence, implying that the outward appearance might not reflect the reality beneath.
Hij gaf de schijn dat hij het begreep, maar dat was niet zo.
He gave the impression that he understood, but that wasn't the case.
Here, 'schijn' is used to denote a false impression or appearance projected by the individual.
Bij goed weer is de schijn van de zon heel sterk.
In good weather, the sunlight is very strong.
In this context, 'schijn' refers to the light or shine, specifically the sunlight in the example provided.
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