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als, zoals
used in making a comparison between two things or persons
Example
He is not as skilled in coding as his colleague, but he's a quick learner.
The new software is not as user-friendly as the previous version.
Her performance in the second half of the game was not as strong as in the first.
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als, zoals
used to show that a person or thing looks like someone or something else
Example
She danced with elegance, graceful as a swan.
The child 's eyes shone, bright as stars.
His voice flowed smoothly, soft as velvet.
02
Als, Naarmate
used to indicate a period of time when an action or event takes place
Example
As the day progresses, the temperature tends to rise.
She likes to take a walk in the park every morning, as the sun rises.
03
als, als een
used to specify an attribute or quality of a person or thing
Example
He works as an editor.
It can be used as a beach towel, wrap, dress or scarf.
He is known as a genius in his field.
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terwijl, zoals
used to say that something is happening at the same time with another
Example
As the sun set, the sky turned beautiful shades of orange and pink.
As the train arrived, the passengers hurried to get on board.
As the wind blew, the leaves rustled in the trees.
Example
I skipped breakfast as I was running late.
They canceled the game as it was raining heavily.
As he was tired, he went straight to bed.
03
omdat, aangezien
used to indicate the reason or cause for something
Example
I did n't go out, as it was raining heavily.
As there was no internet, I could n't complete the assignment.
He apologized as he realized he made a mistake.