No. 208 in Dutch
zaak
"Zaak" in Dutch means "case," "business," or "matter," depending on context.
In a sentence
De zaak van mijn vader loopt erg goed.
My father's business is doing very well.
In this sentence, 'zaak' refers to a business or an establishment, showcasing its use in a commercial context.
Het is een complexe zaak om alle feiten te begrijpen.
It is a complex matter to understand all the facts.
Here, 'zaak' is used to mean a matter or issue, indicating its application when discussing topics or subjects.
De advocaat onderzoekt de zaak nauwkeurig.
The lawyer is examining the case thoroughly.
In this example, 'zaak' signifies a legal case or an instance under investigation, demonstrating its legal terminology use.
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