De aannemer
Example: De aannemer bouwt een nieuw huis in onze straat.
Definition
"De aannemer" refers to the contractor responsible for managing and executing construction projects, such as building houses or other structures. This person oversees materials, labor, and schedules to ensure the project is completed efficiently and according to plan.
Etymology
The term "de aannemer" comes from Dutch, where 'aan' means 'on' or 'at' and 'nemer' means 'taker.' Combined, it literally means 'the taker on,' referring to someone who takes on a contract or job, especially in construction. Did you know this term highlights the role of accepting responsibility for a building project?
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"De aannemer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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