De uitspraak
Example: De uitspraak van de leraar was heel duidelijk.
Definition
"De uitspraak" refers to the way someone pronounces words or sounds when speaking. It focuses on clarity, accuracy, and the manner in which speech is articulated, often affecting how well others understand the speaker.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de uitspraak" comes from the verb "uitspreken," meaning to pronounce or articulate. It combines "uit" (out) and "spreken" (to speak), literally meaning 'to speak out.' This reflects the act of expressing sounds clearly and distinctly.
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"De uitspraak" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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