Belonen
Example: Het is belangrijk om kinderen goed te belonen voor hun inspanningen.
Definition
"Belonen" means to give a reward or recognition to someone in response to their actions or efforts. It involves acknowledging positive behavior, achievements, or contributions, often to encourage repetition of such behavior, as in 'It is important to properly belonen children for their efforts.'
Etymology
The Dutch verb "belonen" comes from Middle Dutch, where 'loen' or 'loon' meant 'reward' or 'wages.' The prefix 'be-' is often used to form verbs. So, "belonen" literally means to 'give a reward.' Did you know? The word 'loon' is also related to English 'loan,' but in Dutch it stuck with the meaning of payment or reward.
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"Belonen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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