This is the 499th most frequent Dutch word.
patiënten
"Patients" (individuals receiving medical care).
Here, 'patiënten' is used as the plural form of 'patiënt' (patient) to refer to individuals receiving medical care.
De arts behandelt dagelijks patiënten in het ziekenhuis.
The doctor treats patients in the hospital daily.
In this sentence, 'patiënten' refers to all individuals collectively under medical care, highlighting their rights in a healthcare system.
In Nederland hebben patiënten recht op goede zorg.
In the Netherlands, patients have the right to quality care.
Here, 'patiënten' again represents multiple recipients of medical services, focusing on record-keeping.