Bedeutung
Expressing gratitude.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Gratitude is direct. Don't over-apologize, just say thank you clearly. Flemish speakers might use 'dank u' more frequently than 'dankjewel' in public. In Dutch business, 'bedanken' is used to close meetings and emails professionally. On social media, 'bedankt' is often shortened to 'thx' or 'bedankt!' with an exclamation mark.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify what you are thanking someone for.
Be direct
Dutch people appreciate directness. Don't be afraid to say 'bedankt' for small favors.
Bedeutung
Expressing gratitude.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify what you are thanking someone for.
Be direct
Dutch people appreciate directness. Don't be afraid to say 'bedankt' for small favors.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct form of the verb.
Ik ____ mijn vriend voor het cadeau.
The subject is 'Ik', so the verb is 'bedank'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
The verb 'bedanken' requires an object (je).
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 1. Ik bedank je, 2. Bedankt voor alles, 3. Wij bedanken u.
Direct translation of the pronouns and phrases.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
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Aufgabensammlung
3 AufgabenIk ____ mijn vriend voor het cadeau.
The subject is 'Ik', so the verb is 'bedank'.
Choose the correct sentence.
The verb 'bedanken' requires an object (je).
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
Direct translation of the pronouns and phrases.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Häufig gestellte Fragen
2 FragenIt is neutral. It works in almost all situations.
Yes, 'bedankt' is the most common way to say thanks.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Dankjewel
synonymThank you
Hartelijk dank
similarHeartfelt thanks
Dankbetuiging
specialized formExpression of gratitude
Graag gedaan
contrastYou're welcome
