Het vertrouwen
Example: Het vertrouwen tussen vrienden is erg belangrijk voor een goede relatie.
Definition
"Het vertrouwen" refers to the confidence or belief that someone places in another person or entity, expecting honesty, reliability, and good intentions. It is crucial in relationships, as illustrated by the phrase, 'Het vertrouwen tussen vrienden is erg belangrijk voor een goede relatie.'
Etymology
The Dutch term "het vertrouwen" comes from the verb 'vertrouwen,' which means 'to trust.' It is derived from Middle Dutch 'vertrouwen,' combining 'ver-' (a prefix often implying 'for' or 'away') and 'trouwen' meaning 'to believe' or 'to be faithful.' Did you know that 'trouwen' is also related to the English word 'true,' highlighting the connection between trust and truth?
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"Het vertrouwen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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