De deugd
Example: Volgens de filosofie is eerlijkheid een belangrijke deugd.
Definition
"De deugd" refers to a moral virtue or quality considered to be good and desirable in a person. It embodies traits such as honesty, integrity, and kindness, which are valued in ethical philosophy. For example, honesty is regarded as an important "de deugd" in philosophy.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de deugd" originates from the Old Dutch word 'deugda,' which is related to the German 'Tugend,' both meaning virtue or moral excellence. Did you know? The concept of "de deugd" has roots in classical philosophy, emphasizing character traits that lead to a good life.
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"De deugd" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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