Kort
Example: De film was kort, maar heel interessant om te zien.
Definition
"Kort" is an adjective meaning having a small length or duration. It describes something brief or concise, such as a short film or a limited amount of time, emphasizing the limited extent or length of the subject in question.
Etymology
The Dutch word "kort" comes from the Old Dutch "kort," which is related to the German "kurz" and English "short." It traces back to the Proto-Germanic *kurta-, meaning 'short.' Did you know? The word has maintained its meaning of brevity across many Germanic languages for centuries.
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"Kort" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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