ene

This is the 411th most frequent Dutch word.


ene

The Dutch word "ene" means "one" or "a certain" (used to refer to something previously mentioned or specific in context).


Usage: 'ene' here contrasts parts of a pair, referring to one from two related items or ideas.

De ene dag is zonnig, de andere dag is regenachtig.

One day is sunny, the other is rainy.


Usage: 'ene' emphasizes 'persoon' (person) as specific yet undefined in detail, akin to 'one particular'.

Wat was de naam van die ene persoon die ons hielp?

What was the name of that one person who helped us?


Usage: 'ene' specifies one side, distinguishing it from its counterpart within a structured set.

Hij woont aan de ene kant van de stad, zij aan de andere.

He lives on one side of the city, she on the other.