De inflatie
Example: De inflatie heeft de koopkracht van veel gezinnen aanzienlijk verminderd.
Definition
"De inflatie" refers to the general increase in prices and the corresponding decrease in the purchasing power of money over time. It affects the cost of goods and services, reducing the value of currency and impacting consumers' ability to buy as much as before.
Etymology
The term "de inflatie" comes from the Latin word 'inflare,' meaning 'to blow into' or 'inflate.' Originally used in economic contexts to describe the expansion of money supply, it metaphorically suggests prices 'inflating' like a balloon. Did you know that the concept became widely discussed in the 20th century as modern economies developed?
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"De inflatie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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