De ster



Example: De ster straalt helder aan de nachtelijke hemel.

Definition


"De ster" is a Dutch noun meaning a star, specifically referring to a luminous celestial body visible in the night sky. It can also metaphorically represent something or someone outstanding or prominent, as in the example phrase where the star shines brightly in the night sky.

Etymology


The Dutch word "de ster" originates from the Old Dutch 'sterre,' which in turn comes from the Proto-Germanic '*sternô,' related to the English word 'star.' Did you know? The concept of stars has fascinated humans for millennia, influencing language and culture across many societies.

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"De ster" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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