Apart



Example: Zij woont apart van haar vrienden in de stad.

Definition


"Apart" is an adverb used to indicate separation or distance between people, objects, or ideas, as in the example phrase where someone lives separately from their friends in the city.

Etymology


The word "apart" comes from the Middle English phrase 'a part,' which meant 'at a distance' or 'aside.' Over time, it fused into one word, carrying the sense of separation or being set aside. Did you know? Its use emphasizes physical or metaphorical distance.

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"Apart" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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