De handelaar
Example: De handelaar verkocht stoffen op de markt elke dag.
Definition
"De handelaar" refers to a merchant or trader who buys and sells goods, often in markets or commercial settings. This person typically engages in commerce by exchanging products or commodities to make a profit, as exemplified by selling fabrics daily in a market.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de handelaar" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'handel,' meaning trade or commerce, combined with the agent suffix '-aar,' indicating a person who performs an action. Did you know that 'handel' itself derives from the Old High German 'handan,' meaning to handle, emphasizing the practical aspect of trading goods?
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"De handelaar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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