This is the 3975th most frequent Dutch word.
zetel
"Zetel" means "seat" or "chair," often referring to a position of authority or a piece of furniture.
Here, "zetel" refers to a piece of furniture, specifically a couch or sofa.
Hij zit op de zetel en leest een boek.
He sits on the couch and reads a book.
In this context, "zetel" refers to a position or seat of power, as in representation in parliament.
De partij heeft drie zetels in het parlement gewonnen.
The party has won three seats in parliament.
Here, "zetel" is used to denote membership or a position in an official council or board.