De beroerte
Example: Na de beroerte had hij moeite met spreken en bewegen.
Definition
"De beroerte" refers to a sudden medical condition where blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage. It often results in difficulties with speech, movement, or other neurological functions, as seen in the example: 'Na de beroerte had hij moeite met spreken en bewegen.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "de beroerte" literally means 'the stroke' in English. It originates from the verb 'beroeren,' meaning 'to move' or 'to stir,' combined with the prefix 'be-,' indicating an action or effect. The term reflects the sudden impact or stroke affecting the brain.
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"De beroerte" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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