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context in Dutch

context in Dutch is context — context means the circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.

context in Dutch

context
noun

What does "context" mean?

  1. noun The circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.
    "You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it."
  2. noun The words or text surrounding a particular word or passage that help clarify its meaning.
    "The context makes it clear the word is being used sarcastically."
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context in a sentence

  • You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it.
  • Taken out of context, her remark sounded much harsher than she meant.
  • The context makes it clear the word is being used sarcastically.

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What is "context" in Dutch?

"context" in Dutch is context. context means: The circumstances or background information that helps explain or clarify something.

How do you use "context" in a sentence?

Example: "You need to understand the historical context of the speech to appreciate it." In Dutch, "context" is context.

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