De bron
Example: De bron van de rivier ligt in de bergen.
Definition
"De bron" refers to the source or origin of a river, often where it begins or emerges, typically found in natural settings such as mountains. It signifies the starting point from which water flows, playing a crucial role in geography and history.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de bron" literally means 'the source' or 'spring.' "Bron" comes from Old Dutch and is related to the English word 'bourn,' meaning a limit or boundary, but here it evolved to signify the origin of water. Did you know that in historical texts, "de bron" was often used metaphorically to indicate the origin of ideas or events?
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"De bron" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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