De geest
Example: De geest denkt na over de moeilijke vraag.
Definition
"De geest" refers to the mind or spirit, especially in philosophical contexts, representing the thinking, reasoning, and conscious aspects of a person. It involves the capacity for thought, reflection, and awareness, as exemplified in the phrase 'De geest denkt na over de moeilijke vraag.'
Etymology
The phrase "de geest" comes from the Dutch word 'geest,' which originally meant 'spirit' or 'soul.' It is related to the German 'Geist,' both tracing back to Old High German and Proto-Germanic roots meaning 'breath' or 'life force.' Did you know that 'geest' also shares a connection with the English word 'ghost,' reflecting its spiritual origin?
Learn to use this word actively
"De geest" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Dutch as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
