Bedeutung
Praising a behavior.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The Dutch value 'regelmaat' (regularity). A 'good habit' is seen as a sign of a reliable and stable person. In Flanders, the phrase is equally common but might be delivered with a slightly softer tone. The word 'gewoonte' is sometimes replaced by 'manier' (way) in very informal speech. In Surinamese Dutch, 'gewoonte' is used, but there is also a strong emphasis on 'respect' as a habit. Praising a child for their manners often uses this phrase. In offices, 'good habits' are often linked to 'lean' working or efficiency. It is a common piece of feedback in 1-on-1 meetings.
Add 'echt' for emphasis
Saying 'Dat is *echt* een goede gewoonte' makes you sound much more natural and enthusiastic.
Don't forget the -e
Many English speakers say 'goed gewoonte'. Always remember the -e for de-words!
Bedeutung
Praising a behavior.
Add 'echt' for emphasis
Saying 'Dat is *echt* een goede gewoonte' makes you sound much more natural and enthusiastic.
Don't forget the -e
Many English speakers say 'goed gewoonte'. Always remember the -e for de-words!
The 'Polder' Compliment
This is a safe, non-awkward way to compliment a Dutch person without being too 'mushy'.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing adjective with the correct ending.
Elke dag wandelen is een goe__ gewoonte.
'Gewoonte' is a de-word, so the adjective 'goed' gets an -e.
Which sentence is the most natural way to praise someone's routine?
Je drinkt veel water.
'Gewoonte' is for personal routines; 'traditie' and 'gebruik' are for cultural groups.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ik lees elke avond voor het slapengaan. B: ________
This is the standard response to hearing about a positive routine.
Match the habit to the praise.
Matching: 1. Recycling, 2. Early rising, 3. Saving money.
Habits can be praised for specific benefits.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenElke dag wandelen is een goe__ gewoonte.
'Gewoonte' is a de-word, so the adjective 'goed' gets an -e.
Je drinkt veel water.
'Gewoonte' is for personal routines; 'traditie' and 'gebruik' are for cultural groups.
A: Ik lees elke avond voor het slapengaan. B: ________
This is the standard response to hearing about a positive routine.
Matching: 1. Recycling, 2. Early rising, 3. Saving money.
Habits can be praised for specific benefits.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes, just change 'goede' to 'slechte'. 'Dat is een slechte gewoonte.'
It is 'de gewoonte'. That's why we say 'een goede gewoonte'.
'Routine' is often used for a sequence of actions (like a morning routine), while 'gewoonte' is a single recurring act.
No, 'habit' is English. Use 'gewoonte'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Use 'Ik heb de gewoonte om...' followed by the verb.
Yes, 'gewoon' means normal. A habit is something you do 'normally'.
Yes, but you would say 'Dat is een goede gewoonte van jullie.'
That is a folk custom or national habit, like eating herring.
Yes: 'Dat zijn goede gewoontes.'
Verwandte Redewendungen
Dat houden we erin
similarLet's keep doing that.
Vaste prik
informalA regular occurrence.
Uit gewoonte
builds onOut of habit.
Een slechte gewoonte
contrastA bad habit.
