Formuleren
Example: Het is belangrijk om je gedachten helder te formuleren.
Definition
"Formuleren" means to express thoughts, ideas, or information clearly and precisely in words. It involves carefully choosing the right language to convey meaning effectively, as in the phrase, 'It is important to clearly formulate your thoughts.'
Etymology
The Dutch verb "formuleren" comes from the Latin word 'formula,' meaning a fixed form or method. It entered Dutch through French, reflecting the idea of putting something into a set form or expression. Did you know? The root 'formula' originally referred to a small form or rule used in rituals and later came to mean a verbal expression.
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"Formuleren" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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