Vergelijken
Example: Ik wil de prijzen van deze producten vergelijken.
Definition
"Vergelijken" means to examine two or more items, ideas, or quantities to identify similarities and differences, often to make a decision or judgment. For example, comparing prices helps determine the best value among products.
Etymology
The Dutch word "vergelijken" comes from the prefix 'ver-' combined with 'gelijken,' meaning 'to resemble' or 'to be alike.' It traces back to the Old Dutch 'galīken,' related to the German 'gleichen,' which means 'to match.' Did you know? The prefix 'ver-' often adds a sense of thoroughness or transformation in Dutch verbs.
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"Vergelijken" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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