vuist

This is the 3931st most frequent Dutch word.


vuist

Fist.


Here, 'vuist' is used metaphorically to signify taking a stand or fight against injustice.

Hij maakte een vuist tegen onrecht.

He made a fist against injustice.


In this sentence, 'vuist' is used literally to refer to the physical action of forming a fist with one's hand.

Maak een vuist en houd hem omhoog.

Make a fist and hold it up.


The word 'vuist' is part of the compound 'vuistregel', meaning 'rule of thumb', and refers to a general principle or guideline.

Dit is een vuistregel die iedereen moet volgen.

This is a general rule of thumb everyone should follow.