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der

der
of the (genitive)
From Lesson 331:Genitive relics (des, der)·Dutch

Usages of der

De regering der koningin was gisteren aanwezig.
The queen's government was present yesterday.
Tijdens de zitting der rechtbank werd de eed afgelegd.
During the session of the court, the oath was taken.
De vergadering der leden was erg plechtig.
The meeting of the members was very solemn.
In de loop der jaren is het eiland veranderd.
Over the years, the island has changed.
Het decreet der regering verbiedt geen enkele optie.
The decree of the government forbids no single option.

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