Overleven
Example: Veel mensen proberen te overleven in moeilijke omstandigheden.
Definition
"Overleven" means to continue to live or exist, especially in difficult or dangerous situations. It involves managing to stay alive despite challenges or threats, as illustrated by the phrase, 'Many people try to overleven in difficult circumstances.'
Etymology
The Dutch verb "overleven" derives from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'over' or 'beyond' and 'leven' meaning 'to live.' It literally translates to 'live beyond' or 'survive.' This word combines the idea of living through or beyond adversity, reflecting its meaning of continuing life despite hardship.
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"Overleven" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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