Beroemd
Example: Hij is beroemd vanwege zijn werk in de geschiedenis.
Definition
"Beroemd" is an adjective meaning widely known and recognized, especially for notable achievements or qualities. In the context of history, it describes someone famous for their significant contributions or impact, as in 'He is beroemd vanwege zijn werk in de geschiedenis.'
Etymology
The word "beroemd" comes from the Dutch verb 'roepen' meaning 'to call' combined with the prefix 'be-', which often intensifies the meaning. Originally, it meant 'called upon' or 'proclaimed,' evolving to describe someone well-known or famous. Did you know that the root 'roepen' is related to the English word 'reap,' both stemming from Germanic origins?
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"Beroemd" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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