Het advies
Example: Het is belangrijk om goed advies te vragen voordat je beslist.
Definition
"Het advies" refers to the guidance or recommendation given to someone about what they should do in a particular situation. It is often sought to help make decisions or solve problems, as in the phrase 'It is important to ask for good advice before you decide.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "het advies" comes from the Latin word 'advisum,' meaning 'considered' or 'deliberated.' Over time, it evolved into Old French as 'avis,' meaning 'opinion' or 'advice,' before entering Dutch. Did you know that the root emphasizes careful thought before giving counsel?
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"Het advies" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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