De kracht
Example: De kracht van teamwork is essentieel voor succes.
Definition
"De kracht" refers to the strength or power possessed by someone or something, often indicating physical force, influence, or effectiveness. For example, in teamwork, "de kracht" highlights the combined energy and capability that contributes significantly to success.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de kracht" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'craght' or 'kracht,' which means power or strength. It shares roots with the German 'Kraft' and Old English 'cræft,' all stemming from the Proto-Germanic word '*kraftuz,' meaning strength or ability. Did you know? The word emphasizes not just physical strength but also figurative power, such as influence or effectiveness.
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"De kracht" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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