De kolen
Example: De kolen liggen klaar voor het kampvuur vanavond.
Definition
"De kolen" refers to coal, a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock used primarily as fuel to generate energy. In the example phrase, it means the coal is prepared and ready to be used for the campfire tonight.
Etymology
The term "de kolen" comes from the Dutch word for coal, which originates from the Middle Dutch word 'cole' or 'kool,' related to the Old English 'col.' It is linked to the Proto-Germanic root '*kula-' meaning 'coal' or 'charcoal.' Did you know that coal has been a crucial energy source for centuries, fueling everything from ancient fires to modern power plants?
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"De kolen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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