Het feit
Example: Het feit dat hij altijd helpt, maakt hem bijzonder.
Definition
"Het feit" refers to a fact or something that is known to be true, often used to emphasize reality or truth in a situation. For example, "Het feit dat hij altijd helpt, maakt hem bijzonder" highlights the importance of the fact that he always helps.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "het feit" originates from the French word 'fait,' which means 'fact' or 'deed.' This, in turn, comes from the Latin word 'factum,' meaning 'a thing done.' Did you know? The English word 'fact' shares the same Latin root, emphasizing how interconnected European languages are.
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"Het feit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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