De patiënt
Example: De patiënt wacht op de dokter in de wachtkamer.
Definition
"De patiënt" refers to a person who is receiving or registered to receive medical treatment or care. For example, in the phrase 'De patiënt wacht op de dokter in de wachtkamer,' it denotes an individual waiting for a doctor in the waiting room.
Etymology
The term "de patiënt" comes from the Latin word 'patiens,' meaning 'one who suffers' or 'endures.' It entered Dutch through French influence, reflecting the historical roots of medical terminology. Did you know that the word emphasizes the patient's experience of enduring illness or treatment?
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"De patiënt" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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