Het metaal
Example: Het metaal in deze machine is van hoge kwaliteit en duurzaam.
Definition
"Het metaal" refers to the solid, typically hard and shiny material that is used in construction, machinery, and various tools due to its strength and durability. It is the substance found in many machines, often valued for its ability to withstand wear and corrosion.
Etymology
The Dutch word "het metaal" comes from the Latin word 'metallum,' meaning 'mine' or 'metal.' This term was adopted into Dutch to describe the various metallic elements and alloys used in technology and industry. Did you know? The Latin origin also influenced many other languages' words for metal.
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"Het metaal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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