Example: Hij besloot met de noorderzon te vertrekken zonder afscheid.
Definition
"Met de noorderzon vertrekken" is a Dutch expression meaning to leave suddenly and without saying goodbye, often implying an unexpected or secretive departure.
Translations
to leave without notice
marcharse sin avisar
marxar sense avisar
partir sans prévenir
sich heimlich davonmachen
andarsene di nascosto
partir às escondidas
Etymology
The phrase "met de noorderzon vertrekken" literally translates to "to leave with the northern sun." It originates from old maritime language, where the northern sun was associated with disappearing quietly or escaping unnoticed. Did you know it reflects the idea of vanishing as the sun sets in the north, symbolizing a swift exit?
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"Met de noorderzon vertrekken" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used expressions.
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to leave without notice