De huishouding
Example: De huishouding in het restaurant zorgt voor schone tafels.
Definition
"De huishouding" refers to the management and upkeep of a household or establishment, such as a restaurant, ensuring cleanliness, order, and smooth daily operations. For example, in a restaurant, "de huishouding" involves maintaining clean tables and an organized environment.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de huishouding" comes from "huis" meaning 'house' and the suffix "-houding" related to 'holding' or 'keeping.' Originally, it referred to the way a household was kept or managed. Did you know? The term evolved to include managing establishments like hotels or restaurants, emphasizing cleanliness and order.
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"De huishouding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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