This is the 3729th most frequent Dutch word.
stoep
Sidewalk or doorstep.
In this sentence, 'stoep' refers to the sidewalk, which is the paved path beside roads intended for pedestrian use.
Ik liep over de stoep naar het park.
I walked on the sidewalk to the park.
Here, 'stoep' again indicates the pavement next to the road, highlighting its use as a play area for children.
De kinderen speelden op de stoep met krijt.
The children played on the sidewalk with chalk.
In this case, 'stoep' describes the paved area directly in front of a house, emphasizing its maintenance or condition.