Regelen
Example: Ik moet de afspraken voor morgen regelen.
Definition
"Regelen" means to organize or arrange something, such as appointments or plans, ensuring that all necessary details are taken care of. For example, in the phrase 'Ik moet de afspraken voor morgen regelen,' it refers to making sure the meetings for tomorrow are properly set up.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "regelen" comes from the Middle Dutch word 'regelen,' which means to direct or manage. It is related to the German word 'regeln,' meaning to regulate or set rules. Did you know? The root of "regelen" is connected to the idea of straightening or aligning, much like how rules bring order.
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"Regelen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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