benadrukt

Benadrukt is a Dutch word that functions as the perfect participle of the verb benadrukken, meaning to emphasize or highlight. The root word benadrukken is a combination of the prefix bi- (indicating a repeated or intensified action) and the verb nadrukken, which itself originates from the Middle Dutch word nadrukken, a contraction of de nadruk (the emphasis). The word is commonly used in written and spoken Dutch to indicate that a particular point, fact, or statement has been given special importance or has been underlined by the speaker or writer.

Grammatically, benadrukt is used as an adjective or a past participle in nominal constructions. It can modify nouns, as in "de benadrukt geschreven tekst", or function as part of a passive construction, e.g., "het onderwerp is benadrukt door de auteur." In both cases, the word signals that something has been put into focus. The participle can also appear in compound forms such as benadrukt kopje or benadrukt punt, where the added noun clarifies what element is emphasized.

Typical usage includes contexts such as literature, journalism, or everyday conversation. A journalist might write: "In het artikel wordt het belang van duurzame energie benadrukt," indicating that that theme is highlighted. In a meeting, a manager might say, "Ik wil graag het punt over budgetconcernen benadrukt maken," to draw the group's attention to that issue.

Related Dutch synonyms include benadrukken, onderstrepen, accentueren, and accentuering. While benadrukken focuses on verbal emphasis, onderstrepen literally means “to underline” and is often employed in a typographic sense. The word benadrukt has a neutral connotation and can be used in formal or informal contexts without implying judgment.