Inzetten
Example: We moeten onze middelen effectief inzetten voor dit project.
Definition
"Inzetten" means to apply or utilize resources, efforts, or means effectively towards achieving a specific goal or task. It often implies committing or dedicating something for a purpose, as in the phrase, 'We must effectively inzet our resources for this project.'
Etymology
The Dutch verb "inzetten" originates from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'into' or 'in,' and the verb 'zetten' meaning 'to put' or 'to place.' Together, it literally means 'to put into' or 'to set in,' reflecting the act of committing resources or effort into something.
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"Inzetten" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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