De crisis
Example: De crisis heeft veel mensen financieel in de problemen gebracht.
Definition
"De crisis" refers to a period of intense difficulty or danger, often economic, that causes serious problems for individuals or communities. It typically involves financial instability, loss of jobs, and widespread uncertainty, as in the phrase: 'De crisis heeft veel mensen financieel in de problemen gebracht.'
Etymology
The term "de crisis" originates from the Greek word 'krisis,' meaning decision or turning point. It passed into Latin as 'crisis,' signifying a crucial moment in a disease or situation. Over time, it evolved in Dutch to describe periods of significant difficulty or upheaval, especially in economic contexts.
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"De crisis" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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