Getuigen
Example: Zij getuigen vaak van hun ervaringen tijdens de vergadering.
Definition
"Getuigen" means to give testimony or bear witness, often by recounting personal experiences or observations. It involves speaking out about what one has seen or experienced, as in "Zij getuigen vaak van hun ervaringen tijdens de vergadering," meaning they frequently testify about their experiences during the meeting.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "getuigen" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'getuigen,' which comes from the Old Dutch 'getuogen,' related to the word 'tuig' meaning 'witness.' It shares roots with the English word 'testify.' Did you know? The verb originally implied standing as a witness or evidence, much like its current use.
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"Getuigen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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