De fles
Example: Ik drink water uit de fles.
Definition
"De fles" refers to a bottle, a container typically made of glass or plastic designed to hold liquids. It is commonly used to store and pour beverages such as water, as in the example phrase "Ik drink water uit de fles" meaning "I drink water from the bottle."
Etymology
The Dutch word "de fles" derives from the Middle Dutch 'vlēs', which itself comes from Old Dutch. It is related to the English word 'flask.' Interestingly, bottles have been essential for storing liquids for centuries, and the word "fles" has remained quite consistent in Dutch, reflecting this long-lasting utility.
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"De fles" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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