De technologie



Example: De technologie in de middeleeuwen was veel eenvoudiger dan nu.

Definition


"De technologie" refers to the knowledge, tools, and methods used to create, develop, and improve devices, systems, and processes. In history, "de technologie" describes how these advancements evolved over time and impacted human life and society.

Etymology


The word "de technologie" comes from the Greek 'techne' meaning art or skill, and 'logia' meaning study or discourse. It entered Dutch and other European languages through Latin and French, reflecting the study of applied sciences and practical arts. Did you know? Initially, it was more closely related to craftsmanship than modern digital or mechanical inventions.

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"De technologie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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