De wederopbouw
Example: Na de oorlog begon de wederopbouw van de beschadigde steden.
Definition
"De wederopbouw" refers to the process of rebuilding or reconstruction, especially after a significant destruction such as a war. It involves restoring damaged structures, cities, or systems to their former state or better, often focusing on recovery and development over time.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de wederopbouw" combines 'weder,' meaning 'again' or 're-', and 'opbouw,' meaning 'building up' or 'construction.' Together, it literally means 'rebuilding.' This term gained particular prominence after World War II, when many European countries, including the Netherlands, undertook extensive reconstruction efforts.
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"De wederopbouw" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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