De vaardigheid
Example: Zij heeft de vaardigheid om goed te communiceren.
Definition
"De vaardigheid" refers to the ability or skill to perform a specific task effectively, often acquired through practice or experience. It denotes competence in areas such as communication, physical activities, or intellectual tasks, exemplified by the phrase: She has the skill to communicate well.
Etymology
The word "de vaardigheid" originates from the Dutch root 'vaardig,' meaning skillful or capable, combined with the suffix '-heid,' which turns adjectives into nouns indicating a state or quality. Did you know? The root 'vaardig' relates to the old Germanic word for journey or progress, symbolizing the development of skills over time.
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"De vaardigheid" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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