Dutch · Nature & Weather
het gras
grass
Beginnernoun
Definition
The green vegetation covering the ground.
Example
Het gras in de tuin is groen.
The grass in the garden is green.
Etymology
The Dutch word 'gras' originates from the Old Dutch 'gras', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*grasa', meaning 'grass'. Over time, it has retained its meaning across various Germanic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Het gras' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in spoken and written Dutch. It can refer to both natural grass and metaphorical 'grass', with regional variations in expressions related to agriculture and landscaping.