De isolatie
Example: De isolatie in het huis zorgt voor minder warmteverlies.
Definition
The word "de isolatie" refers to materials or methods used in construction to reduce heat loss or gain, thereby improving energy efficiency and comfort within a building. For example, "De isolatie in het huis zorgt voor minder warmteverlies" means the insulation in the house reduces heat loss.
Etymology
"De isolatie" comes from the Latin word 'insulatus,' meaning 'made into an island,' which evolved into the idea of separating or protecting something. The term entered Dutch via French, reflecting the concept of creating a barrier to isolate heat or sound in buildings.
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"De isolatie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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