This is the 111th most frequent Dutch word.
der
"Der" is an archaic or formal Dutch definite article meaning "of the" (genitive case, feminine or plural).
Here, 'der' is used as a genitive article associated with a plural noun in archaic or poetic Dutch, meaning 'of the'.
De bloemen der weiden bloeien fel in het voorjaar.
The flowers of the meadows bloom brightly in spring.
In this sentence, 'der' functions as a genitive article associated with a singular noun in formal or literary contexts, translating to 'of the'.
Het succes der onderneming was groot.
The success of the company was significant.
In this example, 'der' serves as a genitive article, used in a formal or academic setting to denote ownership or relation, signifying 'of the' in English.