De haven
Example: De haven was vroeger belangrijk voor de handel in de stad.
Definition
"De haven" refers to a harbor or port, a place on the coast where ships dock to load and unload goods and passengers. Historically, "de haven" was crucial for trade and economic activity, serving as a gateway for commerce in a city or region.
Etymology
The word "de haven" originates from the Old Dutch word 'hafen', which is related to the Old High German 'habano' and the English 'haven'. It has always referred to a safe place for ships, highlighting its importance in maritime history and trade.
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"De haven" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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