The word “entourage” has two main meanings in Dutch:
Personen in de omgeving, hofhouding van een belangrijk persoon (People in the surroundings, court of an important person): This refers to the group of people who are close to and often accompany an important person, such as a celebrity, politician, or royal. It can include assistants, advisors, security personnel, family members, and close friends. For example:
- “De entourage van de president arriveerde als eerste bij het hotel.” (The president’s entourage arrived at the hotel first.)
Zaken in de omgeving (Things in the surroundings): In a more general sense, “entourage” can also refer to the things or objects that surround something else, creating a particular atmosphere or setting. This usage is less common than the first one. For example:
- “De romantische entourage van het verlaten kasteel sprak tot de verbeelding.” (The romantic entourage of the abandoned castle captured the imagination.)
The most likely meaning of “entourage” will depend on the context in which it is used.