zoals

This is the 721st most frequent Dutch word.


zoals

"Zoals" means "like," "such as," or "as" in English.


In this sentence, 'zoals' is used to specify examples, meaning 'such as'.

Kleuren zoals blauw en groen zijn rustgevend.

Colors such as blue and green are calming.


Here, 'zoals' expresses similarity or a comparison, translating to 'like'.

Ik wil zijn, zoals zij is, geduldig en wijs.

I want to be like her, patient and wise.


In this usage, 'zoals' again introduces specific examples, meaning 'such as'.

Begin met het oefenen van de basisprincipes, zoals het stemmen van je instrument.

Start practicing the basics, such as tuning your instrument.