De erkenning
Example: De erkenning van zijn werk was een grote verrassing.
Definition
"De erkenning" refers to the act or process of acknowledging or accepting the value, truth, or existence of something. It often implies formal or public approval, as in the recognition of someone's work or achievements.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de erkenning" comes from the verb "erkennen," which means to acknowledge or recognize. Its roots trace back to Middle Dutch and Old High German, combining 'er-' (a prefix denoting completion) and 'kennen' (to know). Did you know this word carries a strong sense of formally admitting or accepting something?
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"De erkenning" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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