De straf
Example: De straf voor diefstal kan erg zwaar zijn.
Definition
"De straf" refers to the punishment or penalty imposed for committing a crime or offense. It serves as a legal consequence meant to deter wrongdoing and maintain order, such as in the phrase 'De straf voor diefstal kan erg zwaar zijn,' which means the punishment for theft can be very severe.
Etymology
The word "de straf" comes from the Dutch language, derived from the Middle Dutch 'strafe,' which itself traces back to Old High German 'straffa,' meaning punishment or penalty. Did you know that its roots are connected to the idea of inflicting pain or suffering as a form of justice?
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"De straf" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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