This is the 1767th most frequent Dutch word.
wijs
Wise.
In this sentence, 'wijs' is used as an adjective meaning 'wise'. It describes someone possessing wisdom or good judgement.
Hij is heel wijs voor zijn leeftijd.
He is very wise for his age.
Here, 'wijs maken' is a phrase where 'wijs' implies 'to guide' or 'to make someone understand'.
Kun je me de juiste weg wijs maken?
Can you show me the right way?
In this context, 'wijs' means 'tune' or 'melody'. It denotes a sequence of music played on an instrument.