net

This is the 87th most frequent Dutch word.


net

The Dutch word "net" can mean: 1. "Just" or "exactly" (adverb) 2. "Neat" or "tidy" (adjective) 3. "Net" (a mesh used for catching or containing) (noun).


The term "net" is used as an adverb meaning "just now" or "recently", indicating a recent completion of an action.

Ik heb het net gedaan.

I just did it.


Here, "net" refers to a fishing net, used as a noun, representing the tool used for catching fish.

Het net van de visser zit vol vis.

The fisherman's net is full of fish.


In this example, "net" is used as an adjective meaning "neat" or "tidy", describing the manner in which the photo was taken.

Die foto is echt heel net genomen!

That photo was taken very neatly!