Beslissen
Example: We moeten samen beslissen wat we gaan doen.
Definition
"Beslissen" means to make a choice or come to a conclusion after considering options. It involves determining a course of action or judgment, as in deciding what to do together, as shown in the example sentence: 'We moeten samen beslissen wat we gaan doen.'
Etymology
The Dutch verb "beslissen" originates from Middle Dutch, combining 'be-' as a prefix with 'slissen,' related to the verb 'slissen' meaning to slit or split. This reflects the idea of splitting or making a clear choice between alternatives. Did you know? The root concept ties to the notion of cutting through uncertainty to reach a decision.
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"Beslissen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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