Bedeutung
In secret or away from the public view.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The 'Poldermodel' is the ultimate example of 'achter de schermen' culture. It involves long, private meetings between different social partners to reach a consensus. In Flemish politics, the term 'achterkamerpolitiek' (backroom politics) is a more negative variation of 'achter de schermen', implying a lack of transparency. In Surinamese Dutch, the phrase is used similarly, often in the context of community organizing and large family events where many people help out 'unseen'. Dutch companies love 'transparantie'. They often use 'achter de schermen' videos on social media to appear more human and approachable to customers.
Use it for Credit
When thanking a team, always mention the people 'achter de schermen'. It shows you understand how things work.
Plural Only
Never say 'achter het scherm' unless you are literally hiding behind a TV or monitor.
Bedeutung
In secret or away from the public view.
Use it for Credit
When thanking a team, always mention the people 'achter de schermen'. It shows you understand how things work.
Plural Only
Never say 'achter het scherm' unless you are literally hiding behind a TV or monitor.
The 'Kijkje'
If a Dutch person offers you a 'kijkje achter de schermen', say yes! It's a sign of trust and transparency.
Verb Pairing
Pair it with 'gebeuren' (to happen) for general situations and 'werken' (to work) for professional ones.
Teste dich selbst
Vul de juiste woorden in om de zin af te maken.
Hoewel de presentatie kort was, is er ______ de ______ maandenlang gewerkt.
The full phrase is 'achter de schermen'.
Welke zin is correct?
A. Hij praat slecht over mij achter de schermen. B. Hij praat slecht over mij achter mijn rug om.
'Achter mijn rug om' is for personal betrayal; 'achter de schermen' is for organizational work.
Match de situatie met de betekenis van 'achter de schermen'.
1. Een politiek debat. 2. Een filmset. 3. Een verrassingsfeest.
The phrase adapts its specific meaning to the context.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: 'Hoe was de rondleiding in de fabriek?' B: 'Interessant! We mochten echt even ______ ______ ______ ______.'
The expression 'een kijkje achter de schermen kijken/nemen' is very common for tours.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenHoewel de presentatie kort was, is er ______ de ______ maandenlang gewerkt.
The full phrase is 'achter de schermen'.
A. Hij praat slecht over mij achter de schermen. B. Hij praat slecht over mij achter mijn rug om.
'Achter mijn rug om' is for personal betrayal; 'achter de schermen' is for organizational work.
1. Een politiek debat. 2. Een filmset. 3. Een verrassingsfeest.
The phrase adapts its specific meaning to the context.
A: 'Hoe was de rondleiding in de fabriek?' B: 'Interessant! We mochten echt even ______ ______ ______ ______.'
The expression 'een kijkje achter de schermen kijken/nemen' is very common for tours.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenIt is neutral. You can use it in a business report or while chatting with a friend.
Yes, e.g., 'Hij werkt achter de schermen.'
In Dutch, 'backstage' is often used for concerts and festivals, while 'achter de schermen' is broader and more idiomatic.
Usually, it's neutral. However, in politics, it can sometimes imply that the public is being kept in the dark.
No, the opposite is 'in de schijnwerpers' (in the spotlight) or 'op de voorgrond' (in the foreground).
Yes, very much so. Influencers use it to show their 'real' life.
Yes, it is standard Dutch and used in both the Netherlands and Belgium.
Yes, for the training and management that happens before a match.
Yes, 'schermen' is also the Dutch word for the sport of fencing, but in this idiom, it means screens.
You usually use it as a phrase: 'het werk achter de schermen' (the behind-the-scenes work).
Yes, it's perfect for describing the planning of a surprise.
Extremely common, especially during government formations.
Verwandte Redewendungen
in de coulissen
synonymIn the wings of the theater.
binnenskamers
similarInside rooms / privately.
in de schijnwerpers
contrastIn the spotlight.
achter gesloten deuren
similarBehind closed doors.
een kijkje achter de schermen
builds onA look behind the scenes.
