De energie
Example: De energie van de zon is heel belangrijk.
Definition
"De energie" refers to the capacity to do work or cause change, often understood as power derived from physical or chemical resources. It plays a crucial role in various natural and technological processes, as exemplified in the phrase 'De energie van de zon is heel belangrijk.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "de energie" originates from the Greek word 'energeia,' meaning 'activity' or 'operation.' It entered European languages through Latin and French, reflecting the concept of active power or work. Did you know? The root 'erg' in Greek means 'work,' highlighting the connection to physical effort.
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"De energie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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