verbinding

Verbinding is a Dutch noun meaning connection, link, or junction. It can refer to the act of linking two or more things, as well as the resulting link, whether physical, logical, or social.

Etymology: It derives from the verb verbinden “to bind or join.” In Dutch, verbinding is used for electrical or mechanical connections, network links, transportation links, and personal or conceptual ties. The English cognate is connection; related Dutch terms include koppeling (coupling) and verband (bond).

Contexts: In technology and infrastructure, a verbinding describes a wiring connection, a fibre-optic link, or a data connection to a server. In transport, it denotes a direct service or a transfer between routes or stations. In social and organizational contexts, the term marks relationships, rapport, or a sense of belonging between people or groups. In biology and medicine, verbinding can refer to a junction between tissues, akin to an anastomosis, though more specialized terms are common in medical Dutch.

Usage: In Dutch-language use, verbinding is a versatile and frequent word across fields, from engineering to daily conversation. Common phrases include verbinding herstellen (to restore the connection) and een verbinding maken (to establish a connection).