Kalme
Example: De kalme zee was perfect voor een boottocht.
Definition
"Kalme" describes a state of peacefulness or tranquility, often used to characterize environments like a calm sea, where there is little or no disturbance, making it ideal for relaxation or activities requiring stillness.
Etymology
The word "kalme" comes from the Dutch adjective form related to calmness, which traces back to Middle Dutch and Old Dutch roots. It shares origins with similar words in Germanic languages, reflecting a long-standing concept of peacefulness and quiet. Did you know the root is connected to the English word 'calm'?
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"Kalme" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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