Keizerlijk
Example: Het keizerlijk paleis is heel groot en mooi.
Definition
"Keizerlijk" describes something that relates to or resembles an emperor, often implying grandeur, authority, or imperial qualities. For example, "Het keizerlijk paleis" refers to the emperor's palace, emphasizing its majestic and official nature.
Etymology
The word "keizerlijk" comes from the Dutch noun "keizer," meaning emperor, combined with the suffix "-lijk," which forms adjectives. "Keizer" itself originates from the Latin "Caesar," a title used by Roman emperors. Did you know that the term "Caesar" became a symbol of imperial power, influencing many European languages?
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"Keizerlijk" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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