De belasting
Example: De belasting op voedsel was vroeger erg hoog in Nederland.
Definition
"De belasting" refers to a tax or financial charge imposed by a government on goods, income, or activities. It is a compulsory contribution used historically to fund public services or governmental functions, such as the food tax in the past Netherlands.
Etymology
The word "de belasting" originates from the Dutch verb 'belasten,' meaning to burden or charge. Historically, it reflects the act of placing a burden of payment on citizens to support state needs. Did you know? The term is related to the English word 'load,' emphasizing the concept of carrying a financial load.
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"De belasting" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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