This is the 153rd most frequent Dutch word.
pas
The Dutch word "pas" can mean "only just," "recently," "pass," or "card," depending on the context.
In this sentence, 'pas' refers to an access card or ticket allowing entry to a location.
Ik kreeg net mijn pas voor het zwembad.
I just got my pass for the swimming pool.
Here, 'pas' is used to indicate a recent time or event, 'just recently' or 'only as of'. This is an adverbial use.
Ik vroeg hem pas gisteren om hulp.
I just asked him yesterday for help.
In this example, 'pas' means starting at a certain point in time or state; it's an exclusive marker to indicate when an action begins.