De intentionaliteit
Example: De intentionaliteit van onze gedachten bepaalt onze acties.
Definition
"De intentionaliteit" in philosophy refers to the quality of mental states that are directed towards or about something. It describes how thoughts, beliefs, and desires are always about objects, concepts, or states of affairs, influencing actions and perceptions.
Etymology
The term "de intentionaliteit" originates from the Latin word 'intentio,' meaning 'a stretching out' or 'purpose.' Introduced into philosophy by Franz Brentano in the 19th century, it highlights the mind's ability to be directed toward something. Did you know? The word 'intentionality' is unrelated to 'intention' in everyday use, despite sounding similar.
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"De intentionaliteit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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