Zeker



Example: Ik ben zeker dat dit de juiste keuze is.

Definition


"Zeker" is an adjective used in philosophy to express a state of being confident or without doubt about the truth or correctness of something. For example, in the phrase 'Ik ben zeker dat dit de juiste keuze is,' it means being certain that a choice is the right one.

Etymology


The word "zeker" originates from Middle Dutch, related to the Old High German word 'sekar,' meaning secure or sure. Did you know? It shares roots with English words like 'secure,' highlighting its connection to safety and assurance.

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"Zeker" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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