Het detail
Example: Het detail van het schilderij is heel mooi.
Definition
"Het detail" refers to a small, specific part or element of something larger, often highlighting a fine or intricate aspect. For example, in the phrase "Het detail van het schilderij is heel mooi," it means the fine or intricate part of the painting that is very beautiful.
Etymology
The Dutch word "het detail" comes from the French word "détail," which means a small piece or item. This French term itself originates from the Latin word "detaillare," meaning to cut out or divide into parts. Did you know that "detail" in English and Dutch share this common root, emphasizing the idea of breaking things into smaller, precise elements?
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"Het detail" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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