De tandarts
Example: Ik ga morgen naar de tandarts voor een controle.
Definition
"De tandarts" refers to a dental professional who specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating issues related to teeth and gums. This person provides oral health care, including check-ups, cleanings, fillings, and other dental treatments to maintain and improve dental hygiene.
Etymology
The term "de tandarts" comes from the Dutch words "tand" meaning tooth and "arts" meaning doctor or physician. Essentially, it translates to 'tooth doctor.' Did you know? The word "arts" in Dutch is related to the English word 'artist,' which originally meant someone skilled in a craft, reflecting the skill required in medical professions.
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"De tandarts" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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