Hard
Example: De muur is hard en moeilijk om te breken.
Definition
"Hard" describes something solid, firm, or difficult to break, press, or pierce. It often refers to objects or surfaces that resist deformation or damage, as in the example phrase, where the wall is hard and difficult to break.
Etymology
The word "hard" comes from the Old English 'heard,' meaning firm, solid, or strong. It shares roots with similar words in Germanic languages, reflecting its longstanding use to describe objects that resist pressure or force.
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"Hard" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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