Buiten
Example: De kinderen spelen buiten in de tuin.
Definition
"Buiten" is a Dutch preposition and adverb meaning outside or outdoors, indicating a location or action occurring beyond the interior of a building or enclosed space. For example, in the phrase "De kinderen spelen buiten in de tuin," it shows that the children are playing outside in the garden.
Etymology
The Dutch word "buiten" comes from Old Dutch and Middle Dutch roots related to outside or exterior spaces. It is related to the German word "draußen," both deriving from a common Germanic ancestor meaning 'outside.' Did you know? "Buiten" has been used for centuries to express the concept of being beyond an enclosed area.
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"Buiten" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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