Oprichten
Example: Ze willen een nieuwe club oprichten in de stad.
Definition
"Oprichten" means to establish or set up something, such as an organization, club, or institution. It involves the act of creating or founding a new entity, often with a formal or official intention. For example: They want to oprichten a new club in the city.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "oprichten" comes from the combination of "op," meaning 'up' or 'upon,' and "richten," meaning 'to direct' or 'to set straight.' Together, they convey the idea of raising or founding something. Did you know that "richten" is related to the English word 'right,' implying setting things correctly or upright?
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"Oprichten" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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