De god
Example: De god beschermde het oude dorp tijdens de oorlog.
Definition
"De god" refers to a deity or divine being believed to have supernatural powers, often worshipped and revered in various religions. In the context of history, "de god" is seen as a protector or influential figure in ancient societies, such as guarding a village during wartime.
Etymology
The term "de god" originates from the Old Dutch word 'god' which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*gudan'. It shares roots with the English word 'god' and generally denotes a supreme being or deity. Did you know? The concept of 'god' appears in nearly every culture, reflecting humanity's long-standing quest to understand the divine.
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"De god" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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