De lokale gids
Example: De lokale gids vertelde veel over de geschiedenis van het dorp.
Definition
"De lokale gids" refers to a person who is familiar with a specific area and provides information, directions, and explanations about local attractions, history, and culture to tourists or visitors, often enhancing their experience by offering expert knowledge and personalized insights.
Etymology
The phrase "de lokale gids" comes from Dutch, where "de" means "the," "lokale" means "local," and "gids" means "guide." The word "gids" originates from the Middle Dutch word "gīds," which is related to the Old High German "gīsan," meaning to lead or show the way. Did you know that guides have been essential companions for travelers since ancient times, helping them navigate unfamiliar territories?
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"De lokale gids" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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