Beoordelen
Example: We moeten altijd eerlijk mensen en ideeën beoordelen.
Definition
"Beoordelen" is a verb meaning to judge or evaluate people and ideas carefully and honestly, often based on set criteria or personal insight. It involves forming an opinion or making a decision about the value, quality, or truth of something.
Etymology
The Dutch word "beoordelen" comes from the prefix 'be-' indicating an action directed at something, combined with 'oordelen,' which means to judge or pass judgment. 'Oordelen' itself derives from Old Dutch, related to the concept of hearing and deciding. Did you know? The root is connected to the English word 'ordain,' which also involves formal decision-making.
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"Beoordelen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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