De nadruk
Example: De nadruk ligt op samenwerking in dit project.
Definition
"De nadruk" refers to the emphasis or special importance placed on something, often to highlight a particular aspect or detail. For example, in the phrase 'De nadruk ligt op samenwerking in dit project,' it means the focus or stress is on collaboration within the project.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de nadruk" comes from 'druk,' meaning pressure or print, combined with the prefix 'na-' implying 'after' or 'upon.' Originally, it related to the physical pressing in printing, but it evolved to mean emphasis or stress on a specific point. Did you know? The concept of emphasis in speech and writing shares roots with this term.
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"De nadruk" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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