De klant
Example: De klant wacht geduldig op de servicebalie.
Definition
"De klant" refers to the person or entity that purchases goods or services from a business. In management contexts, "de klant" is essential as they drive demand and influence service quality, as in the example phrase: 'De klant wacht geduldig op de servicebalie.'
Etymology
The Dutch term "de klant" originates from the Middle Dutch word 'clant' or 'clant,' meaning 'customer' or 'client.' It is related to the Old French 'client,' derived from Latin 'cliens,' which referred to someone under the protection of a patron. Did you know? The word's roots reflect a relationship of service and dependency, much like modern customer-business interactions.
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"De klant" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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