This is the 970th most frequent Dutch word.
ontvangen
"Ontvangen" means "to receive."
In this sentence, 'ontvangen' is used to mean 'received,' describing the act of getting a letter from someone.
Ik heb een brief van mijn vriend ontvangen.
I received a letter from my friend.
Here, 'ontvangen' is used in the sense of 'welcomed,' referring to the act of greeting or hosting people.
De gasten werden hartelijk in het hotel ontvangen.
The guests were warmly welcomed at the hotel.
In this case, 'ontvangen' refers to 'receiving,' specific to the context of accepting a reward or acknowledgment.