De rivier
Example: De rivier stroomt rustig door het groene landschap.
Definition
"De rivier" refers to a natural flowing watercourse, usually freshwater, that moves continuously across the land, often towards an ocean, sea, lake, or another river. It typically supports ecosystems and is important for human activities such as agriculture and transportation.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de rivier" originates from the Latin word 'ripa,' meaning 'riverbank' or 'shore.' Over time, it evolved through Old French as 'riviere' before becoming 'rivier' in Dutch. Did you know that its roots highlight the connection between rivers and their banks, emphasizing the importance of these boundaries in early naming?
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"De rivier" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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