This is the 683rd most frequent Dutch word.
ontstaan
To originate or come into existence.
In this sentence, 'ontstaan' represents the emergence or coming into existence of a conflict.
Een conflict kan ontstaan wanneer er miscommunicatie is.
A conflict can arise when there is miscommunication.
Here, ‘ontstaan’ refers to the formation or creation of the stars in a scientific context.
De eerste sterren zijn ontstaan kort na de oerknal.
The first stars formed shortly after the Big Bang.
In this example, 'ontstaan' is used to signify the beginning or emergence of interest over time.