Verhogen
Example: We moeten de prijzen verhogen om de kosten te dekken.
Definition
"Verhogen" means to increase or raise something, such as prices, levels, or quantities. It involves making something higher or greater in amount, degree, or intensity, often to achieve a particular goal or balance costs and benefits.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "verhogen" comes from the prefix 'ver-' combined with 'hogen,' related to 'hoog,' meaning high. Essentially, it means 'to make high' or 'to raise.' Did you know that 'ver-' is a common Dutch prefix used to indicate change or transformation?
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"Verhogen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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