De armoede
Example: In de geschiedenis was armoede een groot probleem voor velen.
Definition
"De armoede" refers to the state or condition of lacking sufficient financial resources to meet basic living needs such as food, shelter, and clothing. It highlights widespread economic hardship, often causing social and health-related issues in historical contexts.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de armoede" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'armode,' which traces back to Old Dutch and ultimately to the Proto-Germanic root *armô, meaning poor or lacking. Did you know that this root is related to the English word 'arm,' once symbolizing weakness or lack of strength?
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"De armoede" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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