De kracht
Example: De kracht van teamwork is essentieel voor succes.
Definition
"De kracht" refers to the strength, power, or force that something or someone possesses. It indicates the ability to influence, move, or affect a situation, often highlighting effectiveness or energy, as in the phrase 'The strength of teamwork is essential for success.'
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de kracht" comes from the Middle Dutch 'kracht,' meaning strength or power. It is related to the German 'Kraft' and Old Norse 'kraftr,' all tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root *kraftaz, which means strength or power. Did you know? The concept of 'kracht' has long been central in Dutch culture, often symbolizing resilience and determination.
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"De kracht" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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