De vrijheid
Example: De vrijheid om te kiezen is essentieel voor ons geluk.
Definition
"De vrijheid" refers to the state or condition of being free, having the power or right to act, speak, or think without hindrance or restraint. It often implies the ability to make choices independently and is essential for personal happiness and autonomy.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de vrijheid" combines 'vrij,' meaning free, with 'heid,' a suffix forming nouns that indicate a state or condition. Its roots trace back to Old Dutch and Germanic languages, where freedom was highly valued. Did you know that 'vrijheid' originally emphasized exemption from servitude or slavery?
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"De vrijheid" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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