De gedachtegang
Example: De gedachtegang van de filosoof is soms moeilijk te begrijpen.
Definition
"De gedachtegang" refers to the way or process of thinking, reasoning, or the flow of ideas, especially as demonstrated in philosophical contexts. It captures how someone structures and connects their thoughts to form coherent arguments or perspectives.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de gedachtegang" combines "gedachte," meaning thought, and "gang," meaning course or path. Together, it literally translates to 'the course of thought,' reflecting how ideas move along a mental path. Did you know that the word "gedachte" comes from the verb "denken," which means to think?
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"De gedachtegang" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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the line of thought