Ondernemen
Example: Veel mensen willen een eigen bedrijf ondernemen in de toekomst.
Definition
"Ondernemen" means to start and manage a business or project, taking initiatives and risks with the goal of achieving success. It involves organizing resources and efforts to create and operate a company or venture, often reflecting ambition and entrepreneurship.
Etymology
The Dutch word "ondernemen" comes from the combination of 'onder' meaning 'under' or 'among' and 'nemen' meaning 'to take.' Originally, it conveyed the idea of taking something upon oneself or undertaking an action. Over time, it evolved to specifically refer to starting or engaging in business activities.
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"Ondernemen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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