Helder
Example: De lucht is helder en blauw vandaag.
Definition
"Helder" is an adjective used to describe something clear, bright, or transparent, often referring to visual clarity or clarity of understanding. For example, in the phrase 'De lucht is helder en blauw vandaag,' it means the air or sky is clear and blue today.
Etymology
The word "helder" comes from Middle Dutch, related to the Old High German word 'heldar,' meaning bright or clear. Did you know that "helder" shares roots with the English word 'hold,' originally meaning to grasp clearly or firmly? Its evolution highlights the connection between clarity and perception.
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"Helder" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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