This is the 3791st most frequent Dutch word.
trol
A "trol" in Dutch refers to a mythical creature, typically large and humanoid, or an online provocateur who disrupts discussions.
Here, the word 'trol' is used in its original meaning, referring to a mythical creature, typically living under a bridge in folklore.
De trol woonde onder de brug.
The troll lived under the bridge.
In this sentence, 'trol' is used metaphorically to describe someone who intentionally causes provocation or disturbance online.
Op het internet gedraagt hij zich vaak als een trol.
On the internet, he often acts like a troll.
Here, 'trollen' (derived from 'trol' as a verb form) is used to describe the act of trolling—deliberately provoking or upsetting someone.