De fundering
Example: De fundering van het huis is stevig en betrouwbaar.
Definition
"De fundering" refers to the solid base or underlying structure of a building that supports its weight and ensures stability, as in the example phrase: 'De fundering van het huis is stevig en betrouwbaar.'
Etymology
The word "de fundering" comes from the Dutch verb 'funderen,' meaning to found or establish. It traces back to the Latin 'fundare,' which means to lay a foundation. Did you know that the concept of a strong foundation has been crucial in architecture since ancient times, symbolizing stability and strength?
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"De fundering" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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