This is the 230th most frequent Dutch word.
ruimte
The Dutch word "ruimte" means "space" or "room" in English.
"Ruimte" signifies outer space, the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere.
Astronauten verkennen de ruimte buiten onze planeet.
Astronauts explore space beyond our planet.
"Ruimte" conveys availability or capacity for something within a metaphorical or non-physical context.
Er is genoeg ruimte in mijn agenda voor een extra afspraak.
There is enough room in my schedule for an additional appointment.
"Ruimte" refers to the physical space or distance between objects.