De koffer
Example: Ik zet de koffer op de grond.
Definition
"De koffer" refers to a suitcase, which is a portable rectangular container used for carrying clothes and personal belongings during travel. It typically has a handle and sometimes wheels, making it easier to transport items from one place to another.
Etymology
The word "de koffer" comes from the Dutch language, borrowed from the German word 'Koffer,' which also means suitcase. The term likely traces back to the Middle High German 'koffer' meaning a box or chest. Did you know? The word's origin is related to the Latin 'cophinus,' meaning basket, showing its long history as a container for carrying things.
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"De koffer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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