Langzaam
Example: De schildpad beweegt langzaam over het gras.
Definition
"Langzaam" is an adjective describing something that occurs or moves at a slow pace, indicating a lack of speed or haste. For example, in the phrase 'De schildpad beweegt langzaam over het gras,' it describes the turtle moving slowly across the grass.
Etymology
The Dutch word "langzaam" originates from the combination of 'lang,' meaning 'long,' and the suffix '-zaam,' which is related to the English '-some' in words like 'handsome.' It literally meant 'long-lasting' or 'tolerant,' eventually evolving to mean 'slow' as in moving over a long time. Did you know? This word has held the same slow connotation for centuries.
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"Langzaam" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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