This is the 944th most frequent Dutch word.
illegale
"Illegale" in Dutch means "illegal" or "unlawful" in English.
In this sentence, 'illegale' functions as an adjective describing 'activiteiten', indicating activities that are against the law.
De politie onderzoekt de illegale activiteiten in de buurt.
The police are investigating the illegal activities in the neighborhood.
Here, 'illegale' describes 'substanties', specifying substances that are deemed unlawful by regulation.
Het bezit van illegale substanties is strafbaar.
The possession of illegal substances is punishable.
In this example, 'illegale' modifies 'goederen', referring to goods that are prohibited by law for sale.