This is the 1696th most frequent Dutch word.
staakt
"Staakt" means "stops" or "ceases" in English.
Here, 'staakt' is used in the context of ceasing or halting an activity, specifically production.
De fabriek staakt de productie vanwege een tekort aan grondstoffen.
The factory halts production due to a shortage of raw materials.
In this sentence, 'staakt' refers to the act of striking, highlighting its usage in expressing labor strikes.
Het personeel staakt voor betere arbeidsomstandigheden.
The staff is on strike for better working conditions.
Here, 'staakt' embodies the personal cessation of efforts or actions, showing its application in individual activities.