De bevestiging
Example: We wachten nog op de bevestiging van onze reservering bij het restaurant.
Definition
"De bevestiging" in the hospitality context refers to the official confirmation or acknowledgment that a reservation or booking has been accepted and secured by a restaurant or similar establishment.
Etymology
The word "de bevestiging" comes from the Dutch verb 'bevestigen,' meaning 'to confirm.' It is composed of 'be-' (a prefix used to form verbs), 'vestigen' (to establish), and the suffix '-ing,' which turns verbs into nouns. Did you know? This word literally suggests the act of 'establishing firmly,' which fits perfectly with confirming reservations.
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"De bevestiging" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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