Hello, you have come here looking for the meaning of the word
grondslag. In DICTIOUS you will not only get to know all the dictionary meanings for the word
grondslag, but we will also tell you about its etymology, its characteristics and you will know how to say
grondslag in singular and plural. Everything you need to know about the word
grondslag you have here. The definition of the word
grondslag will help you to be more precise and correct when speaking or writing your texts. Knowing the definition of
grondslag, as well as those of other words, enriches your vocabulary and provides you with more and better linguistic resources.
Afrikaans
Etymology
From Dutch grondslag. Equivalent to grond + slag.
Noun
grondslag (plural grondslae)
- foundation, basis
- Synonym: fondament
Dutch
Etymology
Compound of grond + slag.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈɣrɔnt.slɑx/
- Hyphenation: grond‧slag
Noun
grondslag m (plural grondslagen)
- (figurative) foundation, basis
- Synonyms: basis, fundament
- (literally) foundation of a building, basis; originally specifically one consisting of posts placed in the ground
Descendants