No. 6,308 in Dutch
star
"Star" in Dutch means "rigid" or "strict" in English.
In a sentence
De ster schittert helder aan de nachtelijke hemel.
The star shines brightly in the night sky.
Here, 'ster' refers to a celestial object visible in the sky at night, used in an astronomical context.
Hij kreeg een ster voor zijn uitstekende prestaties op school.
He received a star for his excellent performance at school.
In this sentence, 'ster' is used to indicate a physical or symbolic reward, often in the form of a star emblem.
Zij is een ster in de danswereld.
She is a star in the dance world.
In this usage, 'ster' conveys a metaphorical meaning, signifying someone renowned or outstanding in their field.
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