De laag
Example: De laag sneeuw bedekte de straten in de stad.
Definition
"De laag" refers to a thin or flat covering of a material spread over a surface, such as a layer of snow covering streets, soil, or paint. It indicates a distinct stratum that lies on top of or between other substances.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de laag" comes from the Middle Dutch 'lage,' meaning a layer or level. It is related to the English word 'lay' in the sense of placing or spreading something out. Did you know that 'laag' shares roots with German 'Lag' meaning position or situation?
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"De laag" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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