المعنى
Having a nice time in company.
خلفية ثقافية
Gezelligheid is the cornerstone of social life. It is the feeling of being together in a warm, relaxed way. Flemish people also use 'gezellig' frequently, though their social style might be slightly more reserved. Similar to 'hygge', the Dutch 'gezellig' implies a focus on home and simple pleasures. The German 'gemütlich' is the closest cultural cousin to 'gezellig'.
Don't overthink it
If you are with friends and having a good time, it's probably 'gezellig'.
The Dutch soul
Understanding 'gezellig' is the key to understanding the Dutch people.
المعنى
Having a nice time in company.
Don't overthink it
If you are with friends and having a good time, it's probably 'gezellig'.
The Dutch soul
Understanding 'gezellig' is the key to understanding the Dutch people.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct form of the adjective.
We hebben een __________ avond gehad.
Because 'avond' is a noun and it follows an indefinite article, we use the inflected form 'gezellige'.
Which sentence is most natural?
Choose the best option:
The first option uses the correct adjective form.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English equivalent.
Match: Een gezellige avond
Gezellig translates best to cozy/sociable.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'Bedankt voor de uitnodiging!' You: 'Graag gedaan, ik hoop op een __________.'
In a social context, you wish for a cozy/nice evening.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينWe hebben een __________ avond gehad.
Because 'avond' is a noun and it follows an indefinite article, we use the inflected form 'gezellige'.
Choose the best option:
The first option uses the correct adjective form.
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
Gezellig translates best to cozy/sociable.
Friend: 'Bedankt voor de uitnodiging!' You: 'Graag gedaan, ik hoop op een __________.'
In a social context, you wish for a cozy/nice evening.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
3 أسئلةYes, a party is often described as 'gezellig'.
No, you can have a 'gezellige middag' (afternoon) too.
Because of the adjective inflection rules in Dutch.
عبارات ذات صلة
Gezelligheid kent geen tijd
builds onCozy times have no time.
Het was gezellig
similarIt was cozy/nice.
Een gezellig avondje
specialized formA cozy little evening.
Gezellig samenzijn
similarCozy being-together.