Het probleem
Example: We moeten samen werken om het probleem op te lossen.
Definition
"Het probleem" refers to a specific issue, difficulty, or challenge that requires a solution or attention. It denotes something causing concern or obstacles that need to be addressed, as in the example phrase, 'We moeten samen werken om het probleem op te lossen,' meaning 'We must work together to solve the problem.'
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "het probleem" combines the definite article "het" meaning 'the' with "probleem," derived from the Greek word 'problema,' meaning 'a question put forward or a difficulty.' This term entered Dutch through Latin and French, reflecting its long-standing use to describe challenges or issues.
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"Het probleem" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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