De spreker
Example: De spreker vertelde een inspirerend verhaal over zijn ervaringen.
Definition
"De spreker" refers to the person who delivers a speech or talks publicly, often sharing ideas or information with an audience. It is someone who communicates verbally, typically in formal or organized settings, such as presentations or lectures.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de spreker" comes from the verb "spreken," meaning 'to speak.' It literally translates as 'the speaker.' The word traces back to the Old Dutch 'sprekan,' related to the German 'sprechen' and English 'speak.' Did you know that 'spreker' emphasizes the role of the person actively expressing their thoughts aloud?
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"De spreker" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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