Regelmatig
Example: Ik oefen regelmatig piano om beter te worden.
Definition
"Regelmatig" is an adverb meaning doing something in a consistent, repeated manner, often according to a set schedule or intervals. For example, practicing the piano regularly means practicing frequently and with steady intervals to improve skills.
Etymology
The Dutch word "regelmatig" comes from "regel," meaning rule, combined with the suffix "matig," which relates to manner or measure. Essentially, "regelmatig" means 'according to rules' or 'in a regular way,' reflecting its idea of consistent repetition.
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"Regelmatig" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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