De liefhebber
Example: De liefhebber van klassieke muziek gaat vaak naar concerten.
Definition
"De liefhebber" refers to someone who has a strong passion or love for something, often in the context of arts or hobbies. For example, a "de liefhebber" of classical music frequently attends concerts out of genuine appreciation and enthusiasm.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de liefhebber" combines 'lief,' meaning dear or beloved, with 'hebber,' derived from 'hebben,' meaning to have. Essentially, it describes someone who 'has love' for something. Did you know? It originally implied a person who cherished or favored a particular subject or activity.
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"De liefhebber" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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