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vier

four

Beginnernumeral

Definition

The number 4.

Example

De tafel heeft vier poten.

The table has four legs.

Etymology

'Vier' is derived from Proto-Germanic 'fedwōr', with cognates in several Germanic tongues, indicating a consistent numbering system across cultures with historical roots in early numeral systems.

How & Where It’s Used

'Vier' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, ranging from informal conversations to formal writing. It is recognized in all dialects of Dutch.

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