De vergoeding
Example: De vergoeding voor overwerk wordt aan het einde van de maand betaald.
Definition
"De vergoeding" refers to the payment or compensation given for work done, expenses incurred, or services provided. It is often used in contexts such as salaries, reimbursements, or overtime payments, like in the example phrase about overtime pay being settled at the end of the month.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de vergoeding" originates from the verb 'vergoeden,' meaning 'to compensate' or 'to reimburse.' It combines the prefix 'ver-' indicating a process or completion with 'goeden,' related to 'goods' or 'benefits.' The concept reflects making something good again, like paying back or compensating someone.
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"De vergoeding" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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