De optie
Example: We hebben verschillende opties om het probleem op te lossen.
Definition
"De optie" refers to a choice or alternative that is available among several possibilities. It is used to describe one of the possible ways or solutions to achieve a goal, such as in the phrase 'We hebben verschillende opties om het probleem op te lossen,' meaning 'We have several options to solve the problem.'
Etymology
The word "de optie" originates from the Latin word 'optio,' meaning 'choice' or 'free choice.' It entered Dutch through French influence, retaining its meaning related to selecting or choosing among alternatives. Did you know that the root 'opt-' also appears in words like 'optimal' and 'optimum,' all connected to making the best choice?
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"De optie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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