De tekening
Example: De tekening op de muur is echt prachtig gemaakt.
Definition
"De tekening" refers to a drawing or sketch, usually created with pencil, pen, or other tools, representing an image or design. It is often used to describe artwork made on paper or other surfaces, as in 'The drawing on the wall is truly beautifully made.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "de tekening" comes from the verb 'tekenen,' meaning 'to draw.' It is derived from the Middle Dutch 'teken,' which means 'sign' or 'mark.' Did you know that the root of "tekenen" is related to the English word 'token,' both referring to signs or symbols?
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"De tekening" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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