De bezienswaardigheid
Example: De bezienswaardigheid trok veel toeristen naar de oude stad.
Definition
"De bezienswaardigheid" refers to a tourist attraction or landmark that draws the interest of visitors due to its cultural, historical, or natural significance. It is often a place or object considered worth seeing when traveling, such as monuments, museums, or scenic spots.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de bezienswaardigheid" combines 'zien' (to see) with 'waardigheid' (worthiness), literally meaning 'something worthy of seeing.' It reflects the idea of a place or object that is notable enough to be observed or visited. Did you know that its components highlight the value placed on sightseeing in Dutch culture?
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"De bezienswaardigheid" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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