De scheiding
Example: De scheiding tussen de twee landen is goed zichtbaar.
Definition
"De scheiding" refers to the separation or division between two things, such as countries, groups, or concepts. It denotes a clear boundary or distinction that marks where one ends and another begins, as illustrated by the phrase 'De scheiding tussen de twee landen is goed zichtbaar.'
Etymology
The word "de scheiding" comes from the Dutch verb 'scheiden,' meaning to separate or divide. It has roots in the Old Dutch 'skīdan,' which is related to the English word 'shed.' Did you know? The term originally referred to the act of physically splitting or parting, which naturally extended to more abstract separations.
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"De scheiding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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