De afname
Example: De afname van de biodiversiteit is zorgwekkend voor ons milieu.
Definition
"De afname" refers to the reduction or decline in quantity, size, or intensity of something. It often describes a noticeable decrease, such as in resources, populations, or other measurable factors, like the example phrase where it signifies the decline of biodiversity.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de afname" comes from the verb 'afnemen,' meaning 'to take away' or 'to decrease.' It combines 'af,' a prefix indicating downward or away movement, and 'nemen,' meaning 'to take.' Did you know that 'afnemen' originally implied physically taking something away, which evolved into the abstract sense of decline or reduction?
Learn to use this word actively
"De afname" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
