This is the 48th most frequent Dutch word.
zal
"Zal" means "will" (used to express future tense) in English.
The word 'zal' here expresses a polite offer or suggestion in the form of a question.
Zal ik je helpen met het huiswerk?
Shall I help you with the homework?
In this sentence, 'zal' conveys expected suitability or a prediction about how something is likely to be perceived.
Deze jurk zal je goed staan.
This dress will suit you well.
The word 'zal' is used here to indicate future tense, showing the action has not yet occurred but is intended to happen.