Opstellen
Example: We moeten een rapport opstellen voor de vergadering morgen.
Definition
"Opstellen" means to create or compose a written document, such as a report or plan, by organizing ideas and information clearly and systematically. For example, it involves drafting a report for a meeting to communicate essential details effectively.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "opstellen" combines 'op,' meaning 'up' or 'on,' and 'stellen,' meaning 'to place' or 'to set.' Originally, it conveyed the sense of arranging or positioning something, which evolved metaphorically into composing or drafting written material. Did you know that the word also relates to setting up physical objects, not just texts?
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"Opstellen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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