Het gemak
Example: Het gemak van technologie maakt ons leven veel eenvoudiger.
Definition
"Het gemak" refers to the convenience or ease provided by something, often making tasks or situations simpler and more comfortable. For example, 'Het gemak van technologie maakt ons leven veel eenvoudiger' highlights how technology's convenience improves daily life.
Etymology
The Dutch term "het gemak" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'gemac,' meaning comfort or ease. It evolved to represent situations or tools that offer simplicity and convenience. Did you know? The word also relates to the English 'make' through old Germanic roots, emphasizing the creation of ease.
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"Het gemak" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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