Onderbouwen met bronnen
Example: Je moet je historische argumenten altijd onderbouwen met bronnen.
Definition
"Onderbouwen met bronnen" means supporting or substantiating historical arguments by providing evidence from credible sources. It involves using documented information to justify claims, ensuring the argument is reliable and trustworthy in a historical context.
Etymology
The phrase "onderbouwen met bronnen" comes from Dutch, where "onderbouwen" means to underpin or substantiate, and "bronnen" means sources. It literally means 'to build under with sources,' reflecting the idea of strengthening arguments with foundational evidence. Did you know? This phrase highlights the importance of backing up claims, especially in history, where evidence from sources is crucial.
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"Onderbouwen met bronnen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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