Initiëren
Example: We moeten het project snel initiëren om op tijd te zijn.
Definition
"Initiëren" means to begin or start something, especially a process or project, by taking the first steps or actions necessary to get it underway. For example, initiating a project involves organizing resources and setting plans in motion.
Etymology
The word "initiëren" comes from the Latin verb 'initiare,' which means to begin or introduce. It entered Dutch through French influence, where 'initier' carries the same meaning. Did you know? The root 'init-' relates to 'initium,' meaning 'beginning' or 'entrance.'
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"Initiëren" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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