rode draad

Dutch

Etymology

Literally, “red thread”.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌroː.də ˈdraːt/

Noun

rode draad m (plural rode draden)

1. A common thread or leading thread (common or central characteristic in something, esp. of narrative importance)
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rode,‎ draad.