Populair
Example: Dit boek is erg populair bij jongeren.
Definition
"Populair" describes something that is widely liked, admired, or favored by many people. For example, a book that is very popular among young people is well-known and enjoyed by a large audience within that group.
Etymology
The Dutch word "populair" originates from the Latin word 'popularis,' meaning 'of the people' or 'common.' It came into Dutch through French, reflecting the idea of something appealing broadly to the public. Did you know? The root 'populus' in Latin literally means 'people,' highlighting the social nature of what is considered "populair."
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"Populair" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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