De zeep
Example: Ik gebruik de zeep om mijn handen te wassen.
Definition
"De zeep" refers to a substance used for cleaning, typically made of fats or oils combined with an alkali. It is commonly used to wash hands, body, or objects, helping to remove dirt and germs effectively.
Etymology
The word "de zeep" comes from the Dutch language, tracing back to the Old Dutch word "seip," which itself likely originated from the Latin "sapo." Did you know that soap-making has been practiced since ancient times, and the word 'zeep' reflects this long history of cleanliness?
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"De zeep" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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