Nieuwsgierig
Example: De kinderen zijn nieuwsgierig naar de nieuwe speeltuin.
Definition
"Nieuwsgierig" is an adjective describing someone who has a strong desire to learn or know something. It often refers to people, especially children, who show interest and eagerness to explore new information or experiences, like being curious about a new playground.
Etymology
The word "nieuwsgierig" comes from the Dutch words "nieuws" meaning 'news' or 'new things' and "gierig" meaning 'greedy' or 'eager.' So, it literally means 'eager for news,' capturing the idea of being inquisitive or curious. Did you know it combines eagerness with the desire for new knowledge?
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"Nieuwsgierig" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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