De aandrijfas
Example: De aandrijfas zorgt voor de krachtoverdracht in de auto.
Definition
"De aandrijfas" refers to the drive shaft in a vehicle that transmits mechanical power from the engine to the wheels, enabling motion. It is essential for transferring torque and ensuring the vehicle moves efficiently and smoothly.
Etymology
The term "de aandrijfas" comes from Dutch, where "aan" means 'to', "drijf" relates to 'drive' or 'propel', and "fas" means 'shaft'. Together, it literally describes a shaft that drives or transmits power, reflecting its function in mechanical systems.
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"De aandrijfas" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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the drive shaft