This is the 6174th most frequent Dutch word.
schoepen
Blades or vanes (e.g., of a pump or turbine).
In this sentence, 'schoepen' refers to the blades of a turbine, demonstrating a technical use of the term.
De schoepen van de turbine zorgen voor een efficiënte energieoverdracht.
The blades of the turbine ensure an efficient energy transfer.
Here, 'schoepen' refers to the blades in a fan, showing its application to describe components in household objects.
De ouderwetse ventilator had schoepen die met de hand moesten worden aangepast.
The old-fashioned fan had blades that needed to be adjusted manually.
In this example, 'schoepen' are the impeller blades of a pump, illustrating its usage in engineering contexts.