Bedeutung
Commenting on the time.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The Dutch value 'gezelligheid'. This phrase is a tool to maintain it. Similar usage, though Flemish speakers might be slightly more formal. Shared cultural value of punctuality vs. social time. In cultures where events start very late, this phrase is used even more frequently.
The G-sound
The 'g' in 'nog' and 'vroeg' is the hardest part for learners. Practice it by making a sound like you are gargling water.
Use it with a smile
This phrase is social. A smile makes it sound like an invitation rather than a command.
Bedeutung
Commenting on the time.
The G-sound
The 'g' in 'nog' and 'vroeg' is the hardest part for learners. Practice it by making a sound like you are gargling water.
Use it with a smile
This phrase is social. A smile makes it sound like an invitation rather than a command.
Gezelligheid
Remember that this phrase is a key to unlocking 'gezelligheid'. Use it to show you want to keep the good vibes going.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word.
Het is ___ vroeg.
'Nog' is the correct adverb to mean 'still'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct order.
The standard Dutch word order is Subject-Verb-Adverb-Adjective.
Complete the dialogue.
A: We moeten gaan. B: Nee, ___!
This is the most natural way to argue against leaving.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You want your friend to stay at the party.
This phrase is used to convince someone to stay.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenHet is ___ vroeg.
'Nog' is the correct adverb to mean 'still'.
Choose the correct order.
The standard Dutch word order is Subject-Verb-Adverb-Adjective.
A: We moeten gaan. B: Nee, ___!
This is the most natural way to argue against leaving.
You want your friend to stay at the party.
This phrase is used to convince someone to stay.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenOnly if the meeting is informal or you are very close with your colleagues. Otherwise, it might sound unprofessional.
Yes, if you want to convey the meaning of 'still'. Without it, you are just stating a fact.
It just means 'It is early.' It lacks the persuasive, social element of 'nog'.
No, it is used throughout the Netherlands and Flanders.
No, it will sound sarcastic and rude.
'Vroeg' means early, 'laat' means late. They are opposites.
It is a voiceless velar fricative. Try to make a sound in the back of your throat.
It is neutral. It fits in most social situations.
Only if you have a very friendly relationship.
No, it is an impersonal expression.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Het is laat
contrastIt is late.
Het is tijd
similarIt is time.
Nog even
builds onA little longer.
Het is nog maar vroeg
specialized formIt is only early.
