De route
Example: We volgen de route naar het mooie kasteel in het bos.
Definition
"De route" refers to the planned or marked path or course taken to reach a destination, especially in tourism. It indicates the way travelers follow to arrive at a particular place, such as a scenic spot or a historical site, like a castle in the forest.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de route" comes from the French word "route," which means 'road' or 'way'. This French term originates from the Latin word "rupta," meaning 'broken way' or 'open road'. Did you know that the idea of a 'route' has always been connected to travel and navigation, guiding people from one point to another?
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"De route" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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