Het erfgoed
Example: Het erfgoed van onze stad is heel belangrijk voor iedereen.
Definition
"Het erfgoed" refers to the cultural, historical, and natural heritage of a place or community, encompassing traditions, monuments, artifacts, and values passed down through generations that hold significance and identity for people.
Etymology
The Dutch word "het erfgoed" combines 'erf,' meaning inheritance or heritage, and 'goed,' meaning goods or property. Together, they literally translate to inherited goods or heritage, reflecting how cultural and historical assets are passed down through families and societies.
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"Het erfgoed" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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