Gekwalificeerd
Example: Hij is gekwalificeerd om de complexe taken uit te voeren.
Definition
"Gekwalificeerd" describes someone who possesses the necessary skills, knowledge, or credentials to perform specific tasks effectively. For example, saying "Hij is gekwalificeerd om de complexe taken uit te voeren" means he is qualified to handle complex tasks.
Etymology
The word "gekwalificeerd" comes from the Dutch verb "kwalificeren," which is derived from the Latin "qualificare," meaning 'to make of a certain quality.' The prefix "ge-" in Dutch often forms past participles, so "gekwalificeerd" literally means 'qualified' or 'made to have a certain qualification.' Did you know? The concept of qualification has been essential in professional fields since the Middle Ages, emphasizing the importance of skill and competence.
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"Gekwalificeerd" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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