De consument
Example: De consument kiest vaak voor duurzame producten in de winkel.
Definition
"De consument" refers to the individual or group of people who purchase goods or services for personal use rather than for resale or production. In marketing, "de consument" often influences market trends and product demand by choosing what to buy, such as sustainable products in a store.
Etymology
The term "de consument" comes from the Dutch word 'consument,' which originates from the Latin 'consumere,' meaning 'to use up' or 'to consume.' This reflects the role of the consumer as the end user who consumes goods or services. Did you know? The idea of the consumer as a key economic player became more prominent with the rise of modern marketing and mass production.
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"De consument" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Marketing - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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