De bodem
Example: De bodem is belangrijk voor planten om te groeien.
Definition
"De bodem" refers to the upper layer of the earth’s surface, consisting of soil and organic matter, which is essential for plant growth and supports various ecosystems. It plays a crucial role in agriculture, ecology, and environmental sustainability.
Etymology
The Dutch term "de bodem" comes from the Old Dutch word 'bodem,' which means ground or floor. It is related to the German word 'Boden,' sharing a common Germanic root that signifies the surface on which plants grow and animals live. Did you know? The word originally referred to the bottom or base of any container or area, eventually specializing to mean soil.
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"De bodem" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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