المعنى
To express appreciation for someone's kindness.
خلفية ثقافية
In Germany, 'nett' is the baseline for social harmony. However, in Berlin, people might be less likely to say it than in smaller towns, due to the 'Berliner Schnauze' (Berlin snout/bluntness). Austrians often prefer 'höflich' or 'lieb' in social settings, as 'nett' can sometimes feel a bit 'Piefke' (a derogatory term for Germans) or too sober. Swiss German uses 'nätt', but the culture of 'Merci' (borrowed from French) is very strong. You will often hear 'Merci, das isch sehr nätt'. In German offices, 'Das ist sehr nett' is used to acknowledge 'Extra-Meilen' (going the extra mile). It is a way to give positive feedback without a formal performance review.
The 'Aber' Trick
Add 'aber' (but) to make it sound more enthusiastic: 'Das ist aber nett!' It sounds more like a genuine exclamation.
The Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. If you say it with a falling intonation and a sigh, it sounds like you are annoyed.
المعنى
To express appreciation for someone's kindness.
The 'Aber' Trick
Add 'aber' (but) to make it sound more enthusiastic: 'Das ist aber nett!' It sounds more like a genuine exclamation.
The Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. If you say it with a falling intonation and a sigh, it sounds like you are annoyed.
Nett vs. Freundlich
Use 'freundlich' with officials (police, doctors) and 'nett' with everyone else.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Das ist ______ nett von dir!
'Sehr' is the standard intensifier for adjectives like 'nett'.
Which response is most appropriate when a stranger holds the door for you?
A stranger holds the door. You say:
It acknowledges the action politely and neutrally.
Complete the dialogue with the correct formal form.
A: 'Kann ich Ihnen mit {der|m} Koffer helfen?' B: 'Oh, das ist sehr nett ______ ______.'
In a formal situation (using 'Ihnen'), you must use 'von Ihnen'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match: 'Nein danke, aber das ist sehr nett.'
This phrase is the standard way to decline an offer politely.
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
When to say 'Das ist sehr nett'
Small Favors
- • Holding a door
- • Giving directions
- • Lending a pen
Gifts/Compliments
- • Receiving flowers
- • Getting a coffee
- • Being praised
Polite Refusals
- • Declining food
- • Turning down a seat
- • Saying no to a date
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينDas ist ______ nett von dir!
'Sehr' is the standard intensifier for adjectives like 'nett'.
A stranger holds the door. You say:
It acknowledges the action politely and neutrally.
A: 'Kann ich Ihnen mit {der|m} Koffer helfen?' B: 'Oh, das ist sehr nett ______ ______.'
In a formal situation (using 'Ihnen'), you must use 'von Ihnen'.
Match: 'Nein danke, aber das ist sehr nett.'
This phrase is the standard way to decline an offer politely.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
4 أسئلةYes, 'nett' is gender-neutral. You can say 'Er ist nett' or 'Das ist nett von ihm'.
No, it's perfectly fine. For very close friends, you might prefer 'Das ist voll lieb von dir'.
'Nett' is about behavior. 'Sympathisch' is about a person's overall vibe or if you like them instantly.
It's better to say 'Du bist sehr nett zu mir' (You are very nice to me). 'Das ist nett' usually takes 'von'.
عبارات ذات صلة
Das ist sehr freundlich.
synonymThat is very friendly/kind.
Das ist sehr lieb.
similarThat is very sweet/dear.
Vielen Dank.
builds onMany thanks.
Das ist sehr aufmerksam.
specialized formThat is very thoughtful/attentive.
