De aanpassing
Example: De aanpassing van de regels was noodzakelijk voor iedereen.
Definition
"De aanpassing" refers to the act or process of making changes or modifications to something in order to improve it or suit different conditions. It often involves altering rules, systems, or behaviors to better fit a new situation or requirement.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de aanpassing" originates from the verb "aanpassen," meaning to adjust or adapt. It combines "aan" (to/on) with "passen" (to fit), literally translating to 'making fit.' Did you know? This reflects how the term literally embodies the concept of fitting something to new circumstances.
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"De aanpassing" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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