C1 noun Formal to neutral. Suitable for academic, business, and general news contexts.

tendens

/tɛnˈdɛns/

مثال‌ها

1

Er is een duidelijke tendens naar gezonder eten.

There is a clear tendency towards healthier eating.

2

De tendens in de mode-industrie verandert snel.

The trend in the fashion industry changes quickly.

3

Historisch gezien is er een tendens tot centralisatie van macht.

Historically, there is a tendency towards centralization of power.

4

Deze tendens is zorgwekkend voor de economie.

This trend is worrying for the economy.

5

We zien een positieve tendens in de verkoopcijfers.

We see a positive tendency in the sales figures.

ترکیب‌های رایج

duidelijke tendens (clear tendency)
algemene tendens (general tendency)
opkomende tendens (emerging tendency)

How to Use It

نکات کاربردی

Often used in more formal or analytical contexts when discussing developments, trends, or inclinations in society, economy, or data.


اشتباهات رایج

Confusing it with 'tanden' (teeth) due to similar initial sounds.
Using it for a single event rather than a general direction.

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ریشه کلمه

From French 'tendance,' from Latin 'tendentia,' meaning 'a stretching, aiming, tendency,' from 'tendere' (to stretch, extend).

بافت فرهنگی

Understanding 'tendens' helps in comprehending Dutch discussions about societal shifts, economic forecasts, and cultural developments, as it's a frequently used term in these areas.

راهنمای حفظ

Think of 'tendency' in English. They are very similar in meaning and sound.

سوالات متداول

3 سوال

No, 'tendens' can be positive, negative, or neutral depending on the context. For example, 'een positieve tendens' (a positive tendency) is common.

Generally not. 'Tendens' implies a gradual and ongoing change or direction, not an abrupt one.

'Tendens' refers to a general direction or inclination, often on a larger scale or over time. 'Gewoonte' refers to a regularly repeated behavior of an individual or group.

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