Dutch exploration and colonization in the 17th century was driven by a desire to establish trade routes and gain access to valuable resources in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The Dutch East India Company, one of the most successful trading companies at the time, played a significant role in expanding Dutch influence globally. Economic interests, competition with other European powers, and a quest for wealth and power were key motivations behind Dutch expansionism.
Some words in English that come from Dutch include yacht, cookie, boss, and waffle. Dutch influence on the English language can be seen in various industries, such as sailing, food, and business.
It is a West Germanic language, and is accepted that more than 95% of Afrikaans is ultimately of Dutch origin. It is now recognised as a 'daughter' language of Dutch, previously referred to as Cape Dutch
The word "walrus" comes from Dutch and Scandinavian languages. In Dutch, it is "walrus" and in Scandinavian languages, it is "hvalros" (Norwegian and Danish) or "hvalross" (Swedish).
The Dutch door got its name from its association with Dutch farmhouses, where it was commonly used to keep animals out while allowing light and air to come in. It is also known as a stable door or a half door.
The words 'cookie' and 'nitwit' come from Dutch, while 'sleigh' comes from Old English.
Kom in is a Dutch equivalent of 'Come in'.
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No. French come from France and the Dutch come from Holland.
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No. Dutch are from The Netherlands. Germans are from Germany.
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the dutch arrived in America in 1609.
Every Dutch person comes from the Netherlands.
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