Opnemen
Example: Ik wil de vergadering opnemen voor later.
Definition
"Opnemen" is a verb meaning to record sound, video, or other data for later use or playback. For example, in the phrase "Ik wil de vergadering opnemen voor later," it means to capture the meeting on a device so it can be reviewed afterward.
Etymology
The Dutch word "opnemen" comes from the combination of "op," meaning 'up' or 'on,' and "nemen," meaning 'to take.' Together, they convey the sense of 'taking up' or 'capturing,' which fits well with the idea of recording. Did you know this compound reflects a physical action turned into a technical term?
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"Opnemen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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