De prikkel
Example: De prikkel om te leren komt vaak van buitenaf.
Definition
"De prikkel" refers to a stimulus or trigger that causes a reaction or motivates a response. It is often used to describe something that prompts action or encourages behavior, such as an external cue that initiates learning or attention.
Etymology
The word "de prikkel" comes from the Dutch verb "prikkelen," meaning to prick or stimulate. Originally, it referred to a physical poke or jab, but over time it expanded to include any form of stimulus, especially those that provoke mental or emotional reactions.
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"De prikkel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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