De gewoonte
Example: Het is een gewoonte om elke ochtend te joggen.
Definition
"De gewoonte" refers to a regular practice or routine that someone performs habitually, often without conscious thought. For example, "de gewoonte" to jog every morning means it is a repeated and established behavior done consistently.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de gewoonte" originates from the Middle Dutch term 'gewoente,' which relates to custom or habit. It is derived from the verb 'gewennen,' meaning to become accustomed. Did you know? The concept of habit embedded in "de gewoonte" reflects how behaviors become second nature over time.
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"De gewoonte" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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