Das Dokument
Example: Ich habe das Dokument auf meinem Tisch liegen.
Definition
"Das Dokument" refers to a written, printed, or electronic record that provides information or evidence. It is often used to describe official papers, files, or digital files, such as contracts, reports, or certificates, which can be stored, shared, or referenced.
Etymology
The word "das Dokument" comes from the Latin word "documentum," meaning 'lesson' or 'example,' derived from 'docere,' which means 'to teach.' Did you know that originally, documents were primarily used as teaching tools before evolving into various forms of official records?
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"Das Dokument" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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