This is the 410th most frequent Dutch word.
economie
The Dutch word "economie" means "economy" in English, referring to the system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
Here, 'economie' refers to the economic system and state of a country.
De economie van Nederland groeit gestaag.
The economy of the Netherlands is growing steadily.
In this case, 'economie' denotes the academic discipline that deals with economic principles and theories.
Ik studeerde economie aan de universiteit.
I studied economics at the university.
Here, 'economie' is used in the sense of the efficient and optimal use of resources.