De geest
Example: De geest van samenwerking is essentieel voor ons succes.
Definition
"De geest" refers to the spirit or mindset behind something, often implying the essential attitude or atmosphere that influences behavior. For example, in the phrase "De geest van samenwerking is essentieel voor ons succes," it highlights the cooperative spirit crucial for success.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de geest" literally translates to "the spirit" or "the mind." "Geest" comes from the Old Dutch word "geist," related to the German "Geist," both meaning spirit or mind. Did you know that "geest" originally referred to breath or life force, connecting to the idea of spirit in many cultures?
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"De geest" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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