No. 3,149 in Dutch
enz
"Enz" is the abbreviation for "enzovoort," meaning "etc." or "and so forth" in English.
In a sentence
We hebben groenten zoals wortels, aardappelen, enz.
We have vegetables like carrots, potatoes, etc.
Here, "enz." stands as an abbreviation for "enzovoort," meaning "et cetera," and is used to indicate additional items in a series that are not explicitly listed.
In het verslag moet je aandacht besteden aan de opmaak, de inhoud, enz.
In the report, you should pay attention to the layout, the content, etc.
In this sentence, "enz." is used to suggest that there are more aspects to consider in addition to those mentioned, following the format of lists and examples.
Tijdens mijn training leer ik analyseren, communiceren, enz.
During my training, I learn to analyze, communicate, etc.
Here, "enz." abbreviates the further skills being taught during the training, implying the continuity of the list without needing to exhaustively name all items.
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