Schaden
Example: Te veel zon kan je huid schaden.
Definition
"Schaden" is a Dutch verb meaning to cause harm or damage to someone or something, often resulting in a negative effect or injury. For example, in the phrase 'Te veel zon kan je huid schaden,' it means that too much sun can damage your skin.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "schaden" comes from the Middle Dutch word 'schaden,' which means to harm or injure. It is related to the German word 'schaden,' which also means damage or harm. The origin traces back to the Proto-Germanic root '*skad-,' meaning injury or harm. Did you know? The English word 'scathe' is a distant relative of "schaden."
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"Schaden" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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