Vrij
Example: Ik voel me vrij als ik in de natuur wandel.
Definition
"Vrij" in philosophy describes a state of being free from external constraints or limitations, allowing an individual to act according to their own will and choices. For example, feeling "vrij" while walking in nature suggests a sense of personal freedom and autonomy.
Etymology
The Dutch word "vrij" comes from the Old Dutch "frī", related to Old High German "frī" and Old English "frēo", all meaning free. Its roots trace back to the Proto-Germanic *frijaz, which is linked to the idea of love or belonging to someone, implying a state of being exempt or unrestricted. Did you know? The concept of "vrij" has deep cultural importance as it reflects fundamental human aspirations for liberty and self-determination.
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"Vrij" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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