De gids
Example: De gids vertelde ons interessante verhalen over de stad.
Definition
"De gids" refers to a person who leads and provides information to tourists or visitors, often sharing interesting stories and facts about a city or location. In the example, "de gids" told us fascinating stories about the city, helping us understand its history and culture.
Etymology
The word "de gids" comes from the Dutch word 'gids,' which means guide. It ultimately traces back to the Middle Dutch term 'gīds,' related to Old High German 'gīzan,' meaning to show or lead. Did you know? The concept of a guide has existed for centuries, as people have always needed someone knowledgeable to navigate new places.
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"De gids" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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