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Etymology

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Mid-19th century, compound of wijs (wise) +‎ begeerte (desire, lust), a calque of Ancient Greek φιλοσοφία (philosophía). Perhaps influenced by older weetbegeerte (thirst for knowledge).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈʋɛi̯s.bəˌɣeːr.tə/
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  • Hyphenation: wijs‧be‧geer‧te

Noun

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wijsbegeerte f (uncountable)

  1. philosophy
    Synonym: filosofie
    Ze studeert wijsbegeerte aan de universiteit.She is studying philosophy at the university.
    De cursus behandelt de geschiedenis van de wijsbegeerte.The course covers the history of philosophy.
    Hij heeft een diepgaande interesse in de verschillende stromingen binnen de wijsbegeerte.He has a profound interest in the various currents within philosophy.
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Descendants

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  • West Frisian: wijsbegearte

See also

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