De media
Example: De media spelen een belangrijke rol in onze samenleving.
Definition
"De media" refers to the various means of communication, such as television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, that disseminate information and news to the public. They play a crucial role in shaping public opinion and society.
Etymology
The term "de media" comes from the Latin word 'medium,' meaning 'middle' or 'means.' Over time, it evolved in Dutch and other languages to describe channels that serve as intermediaries for communication. Did you know? The plural form 'media' originally referred to multiple types of communication outlets.
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"De media" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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