Het gebied
Example: In het gebied rond de stad zijn veel parken.
Definition
"Het gebied" refers to a specific region or area of land, often defined by natural or administrative boundaries. It is used to describe a particular part of a larger space, such as the area surrounding a city, where various features or activities may be found.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "het gebied" literally means "the area" or "the territory." "Gebied" comes from Middle Dutch, related to the verb 'bieden' meaning 'to offer,' implying a space offered or designated for use. Did you know? The concept of 'gebied' evolved to signify any defined or bounded region in both everyday and formal contexts.
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"Het gebied" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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