De rugzak
Example: Ik draag de rugzak naar school elke dag.
Definition
"De rugzak" refers to a backpack or rucksack used for carrying items, typically worn on the back with shoulder straps. It is commonly used by students or travelers to transport books, supplies, or personal belongings conveniently and hands-free.
Etymology
The word "de rugzak" comes from Dutch, where "rug" means back and "zak" means bag. Together, they literally translate to 'back bag.' Did you know this straightforward compound perfectly describes its function as a bag carried on the back?
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"De rugzak" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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