De zorg
Example: De zorg voor ouderen is erg belangrijk in onze samenleving.
Definition
"De zorg" refers to the care and attention given to someone or something, especially in contexts like healthcare or social support. It involves activities and services aimed at maintaining or improving well-being, such as the care for elderly people in society.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de zorg" comes from the Middle Dutch word 'sorge,' which means care or concern. Did you know? The root of "zorg" traces back to Proto-Germanic *surgō, reflecting a deep historical association with worry and attentive care.
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"De zorg" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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