Dutch

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Etymology

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From Middle Dutch beterscap. Equivalent to beter (better) +‎ -schap (-ship, -ness).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈbeː.tərˌsxɑp/
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  • Hyphenation: be‧ter‧schap

Noun

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beterschap f (uncountable)

  1. betterness, the state of being or becoming better or well

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Interjection

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beterschap

  1. get well; used to wish someone well when they are sick