This is the 81st most frequent Dutch word.
geld
Money.
In this sentence, the word 'geld' refers to 'money', specifically as a physical or abstract currency earned through effort.
Ik werk hard om geld te verdienen.
I work hard to earn money.
In this example, 'geld' once again means 'money', but is used in a generalized, systemic context rather than personal or physical.
Geld speelt een belangrijke rol in de economie.
Money plays an important role in the economy.
Here, 'geldt' is derived from the verb 'gelden', meaning 'to apply' or 'to be valid', showing a different grammatical usage.