De ouder
Example: De ouder van het kind helpt met het huiswerk.
Definition
"De ouder" refers to the parent or guardian of a child, who is responsible for their care, upbringing, and well-being. It commonly indicates the person who supports or assists the child, such as helping with homework or providing guidance.
Etymology
The term "de ouder" comes from the Dutch language, where "ouder" is derived from the Old Dutch word related to 'older' or 'senior,' indicating someone of a previous generation. It directly translates to 'the parent' or 'the elder,' emphasizing the role of an adult responsible for a child.
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"De ouder" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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