De gelijkenis
Example: De gelijkenis tussen de twee verhalen is opvallend groot.
Definition
"De gelijkenis" refers to the similarity or likeness between two or more things, highlighting how closely they resemble each other. For example, in the phrase 'De gelijkenis tussen de twee verhalen is opvallend groot,' it means the notable resemblance between the two stories.
Etymology
The word "de gelijkenis" originates from the Dutch root 'gelijk,' meaning 'equal' or 'similar.' The suffix '-enis' turns it into a noun indicating the state or quality of being similar. Did you know? Its formation is closely related to English words like 'likeness,' reflecting a common Germanic heritage.
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"De gelijkenis" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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