beëindigden
Beëindigden is the past tense plural form of the Dutch verb beëindigen. The verb itself means to end, to terminate, or to conclude something. Therefore, "beëindigden" refers to the action of ending, terminating, or concluding performed by multiple subjects in the past. For example, one might say "De contracten werden beëindigden" which translates to "The contracts were ended" or "The parties beëindigden de onderhandelingen," meaning "The parties ended the negotiations." The verb can be applied to a wide range of situations, from formal agreements and relationships to less formal events or processes. It signifies a definitive cessation of an activity or state. The correct usage depends on the context and the grammatical structure of the sentence. Understanding the singular past tense form, "beëindigde," and its conjugation is crucial for proper application.