De misdaad
Example: De misdaad in de stad is de laatste tijd gestegen.
Definition
"De misdaad" refers to criminal acts or offenses that violate laws and are punishable by authorities. It encompasses illegal activities such as theft, assault, or fraud, often investigated and prosecuted to maintain public order and safety.
Etymology
The term "de misdaad" comes from the Dutch words 'mis-' meaning 'wrong' or 'fault' and 'daad' meaning 'deed' or 'act.' Together, they literally mean 'wrong deed.' This reflects how crimes are seen as wrongful actions against society.
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"De misdaad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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