De elektriciteit
Example: De elektriciteit in ons huis is heel belangrijk.
Definition
"De elektriciteit" refers to the form of energy resulting from the presence and flow of electric charge, typically used to power devices and appliances. It is essential for daily functions, as in the phrase 'De elektriciteit in ons huis is heel belangrijk,' meaning the electricity in our house is very important.
Etymology
The word "de elektriciteit" comes from the Greek word 'ēlektron,' meaning amber, a material known since ancient times for its ability to attract small objects when rubbed. The term evolved through Latin and French before entering Dutch, reflecting the discovery and study of electric phenomena.
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"De elektriciteit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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