Het schilderij
Example: Het schilderij in de galerij trok veel aandacht van bezoekers.
Definition
"Het schilderij" refers to a painting, typically an artwork created using paint on a surface such as canvas or wood. It is often displayed in galleries or homes and is appreciated for its artistic expression and visual appeal.
Etymology
The word "het schilderij" comes from the Dutch verb "schilderen," meaning to paint, combined with the suffix "-ij" which forms nouns. This term literally means 'the painting,' reflecting its origin as something produced by the act of painting. Did you know that "schilderij" has been used since the Middle Ages to describe painted artworks?
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"Het schilderij" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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