De grondwet
Example: De grondwet beschermt de rechten van alle burgers in Nederland.
Definition
"De grondwet" is the fundamental constitution that outlines the principles, rights, and laws governing a country. It establishes the legal framework for the government and protects the rights of all citizens, ensuring order and justice within the nation.
Etymology
The term "de grondwet" originates from Dutch, where "grond" means 'foundation' or 'base' and "wet" means 'law.' Together, "grondwet" literally translates to 'foundation law,' emphasizing its role as the basic legal charter of a country.
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"De grondwet" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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