De beschaving
Example: De beschaving in Egypte is heel oud en interessant.
Definition
"De beschaving" refers to the complex society and culture developed by humans, including their social organization, technology, arts, and customs. It often implies the advancement and achievements of a community, such as the ancient Egyptian civilization mentioned in the example phrase.
Etymology
The word "de beschaving" comes from the Dutch verb 'beschaven,' meaning to civilize or cultivate. It originally referred to the process of bringing refinement or culture to a group, reflecting how societies evolve from basic to advanced stages.
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"De beschaving" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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