This is the 6625th most frequent Dutch word.
vorst
"Vorst" in Dutch means "frost" (cold weather causing ice) or "monarch" (ruler or king/queen), depending on the context.
Here, 'vorst' refers to a ruler or monarch, showcasing its use in the context of governance.
De vorst regeerde met wijsheid over het land.
The monarch ruled the land with wisdom.
In this sentence, 'vorst' means frost, indicating a weather condition.
Door de vorst waren de wegen glad geworden.
The roads had become slippery due to the frost.
Here, 'vorst' again refers to frost, reinforcing its meteorological usage.