Zwak
Example: De zwakke man kan niet tillen.
Definition
"Zwak" describes someone or something lacking strength, power, or resilience. It often refers to physical or mental frailty, as in "De zwakke man kan niet tillen," meaning the weak man cannot lift. It implies vulnerability or inability to withstand pressure or force.
Etymology
The word "zwak" originates from Middle Dutch, related to Old High German 'zwach' meaning weak or feeble. Its roots trace back to Proto-Germanic '*swakaz,' which also gave rise to the English word 'weak.' Did you know? The word reflects a long linguistic history emphasizing lack of strength.
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"Zwak" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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