This is the 688th most frequent Dutch word.
praktijk
"Praktijk" means "practice" or "practical application," and can also refer to a professional office (e.g., doctor's practice).
Here, 'praktijk' refers to a professional office or location where someone offers specialized services, such as a medical practice.
De dokter opent een praktijk in het centrum.
The doctor is opening a practice in the center.
In this sentence, 'praktijk' represents the realm of real-world application or execution, as opposed to theoretical discussion.
Het idee klinkt goed in theorie, maar laten we het in de praktijk testen.
The idea sounds good in theory, but let's test it in practice.
Here, 'praktijk' signifies hands-on activities or practical exercises where someone learns or applies skills.