This is the 995th most frequent Dutch word.
vechten
"Vechten" means "to fight."
Here, 'vechten' is used to describe a physical fight between two individuals in the context of boxing.
De boxers vechten in de ring.
The boxers fight in the ring.
'Vechten' in this sentence metaphorically represents the struggle or effort needed to achieve justice or personal freedoms.
Hij moet vechten voor zijn rechten.
He has to fight for his rights.
In this case, 'vechten' is employed to signify taking action or opposing something that is morally wrong or unfair.