No. 4,596 in Dutch
discovery
The Dutch word for "discovery" is "ontdekking," meaning the act of finding or uncovering something previously unknown.
In a sentence
De ontdekking van het medicijn veranderde de geneeskunde.
The discovery of the medicine changed medicine.
The word 'ontdekking' (discovery) is used as a noun referring to the act of uncovering or finding something novel.
Het team heeft zijn nieuwste ontdekking gepresenteerd op de conferentie.
The team presented its latest discovery at the conference.
Here, 'ontdekking' implies a recent finding or invention that is noteworthy and relevant for the context.
Elke ontdekking in de wetenschap draagt bij aan ons begrip van de wereld.
Every discovery in science contributes to our understanding of the world.
In this sentence, 'ontdekking' refers to achievements or findings in the field of science, emphasizing a broader application.
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