zeevaart

Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch sêefaert. Equivalent to zee +‎ vaart.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈzeːˌvaːrt/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: zee‧vaart

Noun

zeevaart f (uncountable)

  1. seafaring, seafaring, marine navigation
    Nederland heeft een rijke geschiedenis in de zeevaart. ― The Netherlands has a rich history in seafaring.
    Zeevaart is een essentieel onderdeel van de wereldhandel. ― Marine navigation is an essential part of global trade.

Derived terms

  • zeevaartkunde
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