De hardloper
Example: De hardloper traint elke ochtend in het park.
Definition
"De hardloper" refers to a runner, specifically a person who runs regularly, often for exercise or in competitions. For example, "de hardloper traint elke ochtend in het park" means the runner trains every morning in the park.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de hardloper" combines "hard," meaning 'hard' or 'fast,' and "loper," meaning 'runner' or 'walker.' Literally, it translates to 'the fast runner.' The term reflects the focus on speed and running ability.
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"De hardloper" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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