No. 159 in Dutch
ter
"Ter" is a Dutch preposition meaning "to the" or "at the," often used in formal or archaic expressions.
In a sentence
De balans werd ter vergadering besproken.
The balance was discussed during the meeting.
Here 'ter' is used in a formal and somewhat archaic expression to mean 'during' or 'at' a certain occasion or event, emphasizing the relation to the meeting.
Ter herinnering wil ik jullie vragen om de afspraak niet te vergeten.
As a reminder, I’d like to ask you not to forget the appointment.
In this sentence, 'ter' is used in a fixed phrase ('ter herinnering') meaning 'as a reminder,' establishing a purpose or reason for the statement that follows.
Het gebouw werd ter ere van de oprichter gebouwd.
The building was built in honor of the founder.
Here 'ter' is used in a formal construction meaning 'in honor of,' denoting respect or commemoration, and it is paired with 'ere' to convey this relation.
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