trein

This is the 780th most frequent Dutch word.


trein

Train.


In this sentence, 'trein' is used as the noun referring to the railway vehicle that transports people or goods.

De trein arriveert op het station.

The train arrives at the station.


Here, 'trein' is used to represent the mode of transportation we are using, showing its functional context.

We moeten de trein nemen om op tijd te zijn.

We need to take the train to be on time.


This usage of 'trein' refers to a train shown in a painting, emphasizing its historical representation.

In haar schilderij is een trein afgebeeld uit de 19e eeuw.

In her painting, a train from the 19th century is depicted.