Dutch · Shopping & Money
de markt
market
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where goods are bought and sold.
Example
Op zaterdagochtend is er een markt.
On Saturday morning there is a market.
Etymology
'De markt' comes from the Middle Dutch ‘mercate’ and ultimately from Latin 'mercatus', indicating a place for trade and commerce, reflecting historical trade practices.
How & Where It’s Used
'De markt' is versatile in usage, appearing in both informal and formal discussions, commonly associated with public sales across all Dutch-speaking regions.