Bewonderen
Example: Veel mensen bewonderen de schoonheid van de natuur.
Definition
"Bewonderen" means to admire or regard with great respect and approval, often because of beauty or excellence. For example, many people "bewonderen" the beauty of nature, showing appreciation and awe towards it.
Etymology
The Dutch word "bewonderen" comes from the verb stem 'wonder' combined with the prefix 'be-,' which intensifies the meaning. Originally, it conveyed a sense of experiencing wonder or amazement, which evolved into admiration. Did you know? The root 'wonder' is related to the English word 'wonder,' reflecting shared Germanic origins.
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"Bewonderen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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