Overwegen
Example: Ik moet goed overwegen voordat ik een beslissing neem.
Definition
"Overwegen" means to carefully think about or weigh different aspects before making a decision, often involving deliberate reflection and consideration of possible outcomes.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "overwegen" is formed from the prefix "over-" meaning 'over' or 'above' and the verb "wegen" meaning 'to weigh.' It literally suggests the act of weighing something over or thoroughly, reflecting the careful consideration implied in the word.
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"Overwegen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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