De samenleving
Example: De samenleving verandert door nieuwe ideeën en technologieën.
Definition
"De samenleving" refers to the organized community of people living together in a particular geographic area, sharing customs, laws, and institutions. It encompasses the social structures and relationships that define how individuals interact and cooperate within a historical context.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de samenleving" combines 'samen' meaning 'together' and 'leving' derived from 'leven' meaning 'life.' It literally translates to 'living together,' reflecting the concept of people coexisting and forming a community. Did you know? The term emphasizes collective life rather than individual existence.
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"De samenleving" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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