Vertoonden

Vertoonden is a Dutch word that translates to "showed" or "displayed" in English. It is the past tense of the verb "vertonen," which means to show, display, exhibit, or perform. The word can be used in a variety of contexts, from describing the showing of a film to the display of emotions. For example, one might say "De film vertoonde gisteren in de bioscoop" (The film showed yesterday in the cinema) or "Hij vertoonde geen teken van angst" (He showed no sign of fear).

The verb "vertonen" itself is derived from the Old Dutch word "fartoonen," meaning to show or present. It is a relatively common verb in the Dutch language and appears in many idiomatic expressions. The past participle of "vertonen" is also "vertoond." For instance, "De expositie is al vertoond in andere steden" means "The exhibition has already been shown in other cities." The nuances of "vertonen" can sometimes extend to the idea of "revealing" or "manifesting" something, depending on the specific context. Therefore, understanding the surrounding sentence is key to accurately interpreting the meaning of "vertoonden."