Internationaal
Example: De internationaal erkende verdragen bepalen de grenzen van landen.
Definition
"Internationaal" is an adjective describing something that involves or relates to more than one nation or country, especially in contexts like agreements, relations, or recognized standards between different countries. For example, internationally recognized treaties define the borders of countries.
Etymology
The word "internationaal" comes from the Latin roots 'inter,' meaning 'between,' and 'natio,' meaning 'nation.' It entered Dutch through French and English influences, reflecting the concept of relations or agreements that transcend national boundaries. Did you know? The term gained prominence with the rise of diplomacy and global cooperation in the 19th century.
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"Internationaal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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