Grootschalig
Example: De grootschalige veranderingen in het beleid zijn noodzakelijk.
Definition
"Grootschalig" describes something large in scale or extent, often involving significant size, scope, or impact. For example, "De grootschalige veranderingen" refers to major or extensive changes that affect many aspects or a wide area.
Etymology
The Dutch word "grootschalig" combines "groot," meaning large or great, and "schalig," derived from "schaal," meaning scale. Together, it literally means 'large-scale.' Did you know? The concept of 'scale' in Dutch comes from the Latin 'scala,' meaning ladder or steps, indicating levels or extent.
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"Grootschalig" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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