De wetenschap
Example: De wetenschap biedt ons nieuwe inzichten in complexe problemen.
Definition
"De wetenschap" refers to the systematic study and knowledge of the natural world and phenomena, based on observation, experimentation, and evidence. It provides new insights into complex problems through organized research and critical analysis.
Etymology
The term "de wetenschap" originates from Dutch, where 'wetenschap' combines 'weten' meaning 'to know' and the suffix '-schap' indicating a state or condition. Thus, it literally means 'the state of knowing,' reflecting its focus on knowledge acquisition and understanding.
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"De wetenschap" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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