This is the 241st most frequent Dutch word.
rechtbank
Court.
Here, 'rechtbank' refers to the physical location of the court where legal proceedings take place.
Hij werkte vroeger als bode in de rechtbank.
He used to work as a bailiff in the court.
In this context, 'rechtbank' is used in reference to its role in delivering legal decisions or verdicts.
De uitspraak van de rechtbank was verrassend.
The verdict of the court was surprising.
In this sentence, 'rechtbank' refers to the institution or court responsible for making legal judgments.