over

This is the 19th most frequent Dutch word.

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over

The Dutch word "over" means "over," "about," "across," or "over" (in spatial, temporal, or figurative contexts) in English, depending on usage.


The preposition 'over' indicates movement across or along the bridge.

Ik liep over de brug.

I walked over the bridge.


The preposition 'over' introduces the subject or theme of the book.

Het boek gaat over geschiedenis.

The book is about history.


The preposition 'over' implies motion above and beyond the roof.

De bal vloog over het dak.

The ball flew over the roof.