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At the A1 level, the word 'suggestie' might feel a bit long, but because it looks like the English 'suggestion', it is easy to recognize. Beginners mainly use it in very simple questions to ask for help or ideas. At this stage, you don't need to worry about the complex psychological meanings. Focus on the phrase 'Heb je een suggestie?' (Do you have a suggestion?). You might use this when you are in a restaurant and don't know what to eat, or when you are shopping with a friend. It is a polite way to ask for an opinion. Even though 'idee' is more common at A1, knowing 'suggestie' helps you understand when Dutch people speak to you in a slightly more formal way. Remember, it is 'de suggestie', so you say 'een goede suggestie'. You won't use it in many sentences yet, but being able to recognize it on a menu (Suggesties van de chef) is very useful for a beginner traveling in the Netherlands or Belgium.

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At the A2 level, you start to build small sentences around 'suggestie'. You might say 'Ik heb een suggestie voor het feestje' (I have a suggestion for the party). You are beginning to understand that 'suggestie' is a bit more formal than 'tip'. You can use it in basic work situations or when talking to teachers. You also start to use the plural form 'suggesties'. For example, 'Bedankt voor je suggesties' (Thanks for your suggestions). You might also see this word in emails or brochures. At A2, you should be able to distinguish between a question ('Heb je een suggestie?') and a statement ('Dit is mijn suggestie'). You are also learning that it is used with the preposition 'voor'. You might not yet use the more complex verbs like 'wekken' or 'suggereren', but you are comfortable using 'doen' or 'hebben' with this noun.

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At the B1 level, 'suggestie' becomes a regular part of your vocabulary, especially in professional or semi-formal contexts. You understand that making a 'suggestie' is a way to be polite and collaborative. You start using phrases like 'Mag ik een suggestie doen?' (May I make a suggestion?). You also begin to encounter the word in more abstract contexts, such as in news articles or in instructions. You understand the difference between 'een suggestie' and 'een voorstel' (a proposal), recognizing that a 'voorstel' is usually more official. You might also start using the adjective 'suggestief', though perhaps only in its basic sense of 'giving an idea'. Your ability to use 'suggestie' correctly with articles and adjectives (e.g., 'een waardevolle suggestie') shows that you are moving toward an intermediate level of fluency. You can now handle 'suggestie' in both spoken and written Dutch without much hesitation.

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At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'suggestie' with precision. You understand its role in Dutch 'consensus culture' and use it to soften your opinions during discussions. You are familiar with the collocation 'de suggestie wekken' (to create the impression) and can use it in sentences like 'Zijn gedrag wekt de suggestie dat hij niet geïnteresseerd is'. You also understand the use of 'op suggestie van' (at the suggestion of) to attribute ideas to others. At this level, you can participate in complex debates where 'suggesties' are analyzed and critiqued. You are also aware of the psychological and artistic meanings of the word—how a painting might use 'suggestie' to show depth. You can differentiate between a 'vrijblijvende suggestie' (non-binding) and a more serious 'aanbeveling'. Your writing includes 'suggestie' in varied structures, showing a good grasp of Dutch syntax.

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At the C1 level, you have a nuanced understanding of 'suggestie'. You recognize it not just as a synonym for 'idea', but as a powerful rhetorical and psychological tool. You can discuss the 'kracht van de suggestie' (power of suggestion) in marketing or legal contexts. You are aware of the negative connotations, such as 'suggestieve vragen' (leading questions) in a courtroom, and you can use the word to describe subtle social dynamics. You use the word effortlessly in high-level academic or professional writing. You understand the fine line between 'suggereren' (to suggest) and 'insinueren' (to insinuate). Your use of the word is idiomatic; you know exactly when 'suggestie' is the better choice over 'idee', 'voorstel', or 'advies'. You can also handle the word in its most abstract forms, such as discussing 'de suggestie van werkelijkheid' (the suggestion/illusion of reality) in literature or philosophy.

At the C2 level, 'suggestie' is a tool you wield with total mastery. You understand the deepest etymological roots and how they influence modern usage. You can use the word to navigate the most complex social and professional landscapes, using it to imply, hint, or propose with extreme subtlety. You are comfortable with archaic or highly formal uses of the word and can identify when it is being used to manipulate or persuade in political discourse. You can write long, complex texts where 'suggestie' is a central theme, exploring its role in human perception and communication. For a C2 speaker, the word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a conceptual building block used to describe the very nature of indirect communication and the human mind's ability to infer meaning from hints.

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Suggestie means 'suggestion' and is used to propose ideas politely.
It is a 'de-woord' (de suggestie) with the plural 'suggesties'.
Commonly paired with the verb 'doen' (to make a suggestion).
It can also mean an indirect hint or psychological influence.

The Dutch word suggestie is a versatile noun that primarily translates to "suggestion" in English. At its core, it refers to an idea, a plan, or a possibility put forward for consideration. While it might seem straightforward, its application in Dutch culture—especially in the professional and social spheres—carries nuances of politeness, indirectness, and intellectual collaboration. In a C1 context, we look beyond the simple act of suggesting a pizza topping; we explore how a suggestie can shape opinions, influence decisions, and even carry psychological weight.

The Collaborative Suggestion: In Dutch 'overleg' (consultation) culture, making a suggestie is often seen as more constructive than giving a direct command. It invites dialogue and allows others to provide feedback without feeling pressured.

"Zou ik een kleine suggestie mogen doen voor de indeling van de agenda?"

Translation: "Might I make a small suggestion for the layout of the agenda?"

Beyond the workplace, suggestie is frequently used in the arts and psychology. In literature or film, a director might use 'de kracht van de suggestie' (the power of suggestion) to imply something horrific or beautiful without actually showing it. This relies on the audience's imagination to fill in the gaps. In psychology, it refers to the process by which a physical or mental state is influenced by a thought or an idea, often used in discussions about hypnosis or the placebo effect.

Formal vs. Informal: While 'tip' is common for informal advice, 'suggestie' is the standard for professional, academic, or formal written Dutch.

De suggestie dat er fraude is gepleegd, werd onmiddellijk ontkend.

Translation: The suggestion that fraud had been committed was immediately denied.

Usage of this word also extends to the culinary world. You will often see 'Suggesties van de chef' on a menu. These are not just "tips" but curated recommendations that the chef believes are the best for that day, often based on seasonal availability. This highlights the word's role in presenting a curated choice rather than a random idea.

Psychological Nuance: In a more abstract sense, it can mean the 'arousing' of a thought. 'De suggestie wekken' means to create an impression or to hint at something without stating it explicitly.

Integrating suggestie into your Dutch requires understanding its common syntactic partners. Most frequently, it is used with the verb 'doen' (to do/make) or 'wekken' (to wake/create). When you 'een suggestie doet', you are actively proposing something. When you 'de suggestie wekt', you are inadvertently or intentionally giving a certain impression.

Active Proposal: Used when you want to offer an alternative or a new path forward.

Op suggestie van de architect hebben we de muren wit geverfd.

Translation: On the suggestion of the architect, we painted the walls white.

Grammatically, suggestie is a 'de-woord' (de suggestie). Its plural is suggesties. It often takes a prepositional phrase starting with 'voor' (for) or 'over' (about) to specify the topic. For example, "suggesties voor een nieuwe naam" (suggestions for a new name). At the C1 level, you should also be comfortable using it in the genitive-like structure 'op suggestie van', which is a very common way to attribute an idea to someone else.

Creating an Impression: Using 'wekken' to describe the vibe or unspoken message someone is sending.

Zijn stilzwijgen wekte de suggestie dat hij het ermee eens was.

Translation: His silence created the suggestion (gave the impression) that he agreed.

Another important pattern is using it with 'aan de hand van' (on the basis of). For instance, "We hebben het plan aangepast aan de hand van uw suggesties." This implies a structured process where the suggestions were the primary guide for change. This is highly professional and shows a high level of Dutch proficiency.

The Negative Connotation: In political debates, you might hear people reject a 'suggestie' if they feel it is a veiled accusation.

Ik werp die suggestie verre van mij.

Translation: I reject that suggestion (insinuation) completely.

Finally, remember that 'suggestie' can be used as a count noun (een suggestie, twee suggesties) or as an abstract concept. When referring to the concept of 'the power of suggestion', you often omit the article: "Dit werkt door middel van suggestie."

In the Netherlands and Flanders, you will encounter suggestie in various environments, ranging from high-stakes boardrooms to the local 'eetcafé'. Understanding these contexts helps you grasp the social weight the word carries. In the Dutch 'poldermodel', where consensus is key, the word is a linguistic tool for negotiation.

The Professional Environment: During a 'vergadering' (meeting), a manager might ask: "Heeft er nog iemand suggesties voor de efficiëntie?" This is an open call for ideas.

De commissie heeft verschillende suggesties gedaan om het beleid te verbeteren.

Translation: The committee has made several suggestions to improve the policy.

In the media, specifically in journalism, the word often appears when discussing rumors or unverified claims. A news anchor might say, "Er is de suggestie gewekt dat de minister gaat aftreden." This allows the journalist to report on a vibe or a growing consensus without claiming it as a hard fact. It is a way of handling information that is 'in the air' but not yet confirmed.

The Legal and Psychological Arena: Lawyers often argue about whether a witness was influenced by 'suggestie' during an interrogation.

Het gevaar van suggestie bij getuigenverklaringen is groot.

Translation: The danger of suggestion in witness statements is great.

In creative writing workshops or art critiques, you'll hear about 'de suggestie van diepte' (the suggestion of depth) or 'de suggestie van beweging' (the suggestion of movement). Here, it refers to an illusion created by the artist. It is not literally there, but the viewer's brain is led to perceive it. This is a very common way to discuss technique in the Dutch art world.

Everyday Social Interactions: When planning a trip with friends, one might say: "Ik sta open voor suggesties." This is a polite way to say you don't have a plan yet.

Even advanced learners can stumble when using suggestie. The most common errors involve word choice (confusing it with similar words), preposition usage, and pronunciation. Because the word exists in English, there's a risk of 'false friend' behavior where you assume the Dutch usage perfectly mirrors the English one.

Confusing Suggestie with Advies: In Dutch, 'advies' (advice) is often more formal and authoritative than a 'suggestie'. If a doctor tells you what to do, it's 'advies'. If a friend thinks you might like a movie, it's a 'suggestie' or a 'tip'.

Fout: "De dokter gaf me de suggestie om meer te sporten." (Too weak)

Correct: "De dokter gaf me het advies om meer te sporten."

Another common mistake is using the wrong verb. While in English you "make a suggestion," in Dutch you "doen een suggestie." Using 'maken' (to make) is a literal translation that sounds unnatural to native ears. Always pair 'suggestie' with 'doen' when you are the one proposing the idea. Similarly, don't forget the 'de' article; saying 'het suggestie' is a basic gender error that will immediately flag you as a non-native speaker.

Misusing 'Suggestief': The adjective 'suggestief' often has a negative or sexual connotation in Dutch, similar to 'suggestive' in English, but it's also used heavily in legal contexts to mean 'leading'.

Dat is een suggestieve vraag, edelachtbare.

Translation: That is a leading question, Your Honor.

Finally, watch out for the plural. It is 'suggesties', not 'suggestieën'. The '-ies' ending is standard for words ending in '-ie' that are stressed on the syllable before the last. If you add an extra 'e', you are applying a pluralization rule that doesn't belong here, making the word look archaic or simply incorrect.

Preposition Pitfalls: Learners often say 'suggestie voor' correctly, but fail at 'op suggestie van'. Remember that 'op' is the only correct preposition when attributing the idea to someone.

To truly master Dutch at a C1 level, you need to know when to use suggestie and when another word might be more precise. Dutch has several words for ideas and proposals, each with its own flavor and level of formality. Choosing the right one shows a deep understanding of the social context.

Voorstel vs. Suggestie: A 'voorstel' (proposal) is usually more concrete and formal than a 'suggestie'. You 'doen een voorstel' when you want a decision to be made. A 'suggestie' is more of an opening for thought.

Het voorstel werd door de raad aangenomen.

Translation: The proposal was accepted by the council.

Then there is 'idee' (idea). This is the most general term. Every 'suggestie' is an 'idee', but not every 'idee' is a 'suggestie'. An 'idee' can be a sudden thought that you haven't shared yet. Once you share it with the intent of influencing a plan, it becomes a 'suggestie'. In casual speech, 'tip' is very common. "Ik heb nog een goede tip voor je" is something you'd say to a friend about a restaurant. Using 'suggestie' there might sound a bit too formal or stiff.

Hint and Insinuatie: When a 'suggestie' is indirect or slightly negative, we might call it a 'hint' or an 'insinuatie'. An 'insinuatie' is almost always negative, implying something bad without saying it.

Stop met die valse insinuaties!

Translation: Stop with those false insinuations!

In more academic or literary contexts, you might encounter 'vademecum' (a handbook of suggestions) or 'aanbeveling' (recommendation). An 'aanbeveling' is stronger than a 'suggestie'; it implies that the person suggesting it has expertise and is giving their stamp of approval. For example, in a job application, you provide 'aanbevelingen' (references/recommendations), not 'suggesties'.

Comparison Table

Suggestie: An idea shared to help or influence.
Voorstel: A formal plan requiring a 'yes' or 'no'.
Aanbeveling: An expert's advice on the best course of action.
Insinuatie: A negative, indirect suggestion.

How Formal Is It?

Formell

"De raad van bestuur heeft uw suggestie in overweging genomen."

Neutral

"Heeft u nog suggesties voor het weekend?"

Informell

"Ik heb een suggestie: laten we naar het strand gaan!"

Child friendly

"De juf heeft een leuke suggestie voor een spelletje."

Umgangssprache

"Goeie suggestie, maat!"

Wusstest du?

The word entered Dutch in the 17th century, initially used in legal and rhetorical contexts before becoming a common everyday word.

Aussprachehilfe

UK /sʏxˈxɛsti/

US /səɡˈdʒɛstʃən/

The stress is on the second syllable: sug-GES-tie.

Reimt sich auf

digestie congestie ingestie bestie (slang) questie (rare) testie (informal) vestie restie

Häufige Fehler

Pronouncing the 'g' like the English 'g' in 'glass'.
Pronouncing the 'u' like the 'u' in 'use'.
Putting the stress on the first syllable.
Making the 'ie' sound too short.
Confusing the 'ti' sound with 'sh' as in the English 'suggestion'.

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Lesen 1/5

Very easy to recognize for English speakers.

Schreiben 3/5

Plural and spelling of 'suggestie' can be tricky.

Sprechen 4/5

The Dutch 'g' sound makes it hard to pronounce perfectly.

Hören 2/5

Clearly audible in most contexts.

Was du als Nächstes lernen solltest

Voraussetzungen

idee plan denken doen voor

Als Nächstes lernen

voorstel advies suggereren insinuatie overleg

Fortgeschritten

autosuggestie hypnotisch retorica consensus poldermodel

Wichtige Grammatik

De-woorden vs Het-woorden

Het is 'de suggestie', niet 'het suggestie'.

Plural with -ies

Woorden op -ie met klemtoon op de voorlaatste lettergreep krijgen -s: suggesties.

Preposition 'voor'

Ik heb een suggestie voor de route.

Preposition 'op'

Op suggestie van mijn vader.

Separable verbs with nouns

Ik schrijf de suggestie op.

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Beispiele nach Niveau

Heb je een suggestie?

Do you have a suggestion?

Simple question with 'hebben'.

Dat is een goede suggestie.

That is a good suggestion.

Adjective 'goede' agrees with 'de suggestie'.

Ik heb geen suggestie.

I have no suggestion.

Negative 'geen' used with a noun.

Wat is uw suggestie?

What is your (formal) suggestion?

Formal possessive pronoun 'uw'.

Hier is een suggestie.

Here is a suggestion.

Basic 'hier is' structure.

Kijk naar de suggestie.

Look at the suggestion.

Imperative 'kijk' + 'naar'.

Bedankt voor de suggestie.

Thanks for the suggestion.

Preposition 'voor' used for gratitude.

Is dat een suggestie?

Is that a suggestion?

Simple inversion for a question.

Ik doe een suggestie voor het eten.

I am making a suggestion for the food.

Verb 'doen' is standard for 'making' a suggestion.

Zijn suggesties zijn altijd leuk.

His suggestions are always fun.

Plural form 'suggesties'.

Heb je suggesties voor een cadeau?

Do you have suggestions for a gift?

Plural noun without an article.

Zij geeft veel suggesties.

She gives many suggestions.

Using 'geven' (to give) instead of 'doen'.

Dit is een suggestie van mijn moeder.

This is a suggestion from my mother.

Possessive 'van' structure.

Wij luisteren naar jouw suggestie.

We are listening to your suggestion.

Verb 'luisteren naar'.

Ik schrijf je suggestie op.

I am writing down your suggestion.

Separable verb 'opschrijven'.

Mag ik ook een suggestie doen?

May I also make a suggestion?

Modal verb 'mogen' for permission.

De ober deed een suggestie voor de wijn.

The waiter made a suggestion for the wine.

Past tense of 'doen' (deed).

Ik sta open voor elke suggestie.

I am open to any suggestion.

Idiom 'open staan voor'.

Dat was een waardevolle suggestie.

That was a valuable suggestion.

Adjective 'waardevolle' (valuable).

Kunt u mij een suggestie geven?

Can you give me a suggestion?

Formal 'u' + indirect object 'mij'.

Er kwamen veel suggesties binnen.

Many suggestions came in.

Separable verb 'binnenkomen'.

We hebben uw suggesties verwerkt.

We have processed your suggestions.

Present perfect 'hebben verwerkt'.

Zonder jouw suggestie was het niet gelukt.

Without your suggestion, it wouldn't have worked.

Preposition 'zonder' + conditional meaning.

Laten we deze suggestie bespreken.

Let's discuss this suggestion.

Imperative 'laten we' + infinitive.

Op suggestie van de commissie is het plan gewijzigd.

At the suggestion of the committee, the plan has been changed.

Fixed phrase 'op suggestie van'.

De suggestie dat hij loog, was pijnlijk.

The suggestion that he lied was painful.

Noun clause starting with 'dat'.

Hij wekte de suggestie dat hij alles wist.

He created the impression that he knew everything.

Collocation 'de suggestie wekken'.

Dit is slechts een vrijblijvende suggestie.

This is just a non-binding suggestion.

Adjective 'vrijblijvende' (non-binding).

Ik wil geen verkeerde suggesties wekken.

I don't want to create the wrong impressions.

Negative 'geen' + plural 'suggesties'.

De kracht van de suggestie is heel sterk.

The power of suggestion is very strong.

Abstract concept of 'suggestion'.

Zijn suggestie werd door iedereen genegeerd.

His suggestion was ignored by everyone.

Passive voice 'werd genegeerd'.

Heb je nog andere suggesties?

Do you have any other suggestions?

Adjective 'andere' (other).

De suggestie van corruptie hing in de lucht.

The suggestion of corruption was in the air.

Metaphorical use of 'hing in de lucht'.

Hij wierp die suggestie onmiddellijk verre van zich.

He immediately rejected that suggestion completely.

Idiomatic expression 'verre van zich werpen'.

Dit schilderij geeft slechts een suggestie van licht.

This painting only gives a suggestion of light.

Artistic context of 'suggestion'.

U stelt suggestieve vragen aan de getuige.

You are asking leading questions to the witness.

Adjective 'suggestieve' in a legal sense.

De suggestie van een complot werd breed uitgemeten in de pers.

The suggestion of a conspiracy was widely reported in the press.

Passive 'werd breed uitgemeten'.

Men moet oppassen voor de gevaren van autosuggestie.

One must be careful of the dangers of auto-suggestion.

Compound word 'autosuggestie'.

Zijn woorden bevatten een subtiele suggestie van minachting.

His words contained a subtle suggestion of contempt.

Abstract noun 'minachting' as the object of suggestion.

De suggestie dat we zouden falen, was onterecht.

The suggestion that we would fail was unjustified.

Adjective 'onterecht' (unjustified).

De loutere suggestie van zijn aanwezigheid was genoeg om de menigte te kalmeren.

The mere suggestion of his presence was enough to calm the crowd.

Emphasis with 'loutere' (mere).

Zij hanteert de suggestie als een vlijmscherp instrument in haar betoog.

She uses suggestion as a razor-sharp instrument in her argument.

Metaphorical comparison.

In de psychologie wordt de rol van suggestie vaak onderschat.

In psychology, the role of suggestion is often underestimated.

Academic passive construction.

De suggestie van oneindigheid in zijn poëzie is adembenemend.

The suggestion of infinity in his poetry is breathtaking.

Abstract literary analysis.

Men kan door middel van suggestie iemands herinneringen vervormen.

One can distort someone's memories through suggestion.

Complex prepositional phrase 'door middel van'.

Het beleid is gestoeld op de suggestie dat de markt zichzelf reguleert.

The policy is based on the suggestion that the market regulates itself.

Formal verb 'gestoeld op' (based on).

De suggestieve werking van de muziek versterkte de filmervaring.

The suggestive effect of the music enhanced the film experience.

Noun phrase 'suggestieve werking'.

Hij weigerde in te gaan op de suggestie dat hij partijdig zou zijn.

He refused to respond to the suggestion that he might be biased.

Complex verb structure 'ingaan op'.

Häufige Kollokationen

Een suggestie doen

Op suggestie van

De suggestie wekken

Suggesties voor

Vrijblijvende suggestie

Waardevolle suggestie

Suggesties van de chef

Kracht van de suggestie

Suggestieve vraag

Autosuggestie

Häufige Phrasen

Ik sta open voor suggesties.

— I am willing to hear any ideas you have.

Ik weet nog niet waar we heen gaan; ik sta open voor suggesties.

Heeft er iemand nog suggesties?

— Does anyone have any more ideas?

De vergadering is bijna klaar. Heeft er iemand nog suggesties?

Dat is slechts een suggestie.

— That is only an idea, not a requirement.

Je hoeft het niet te doen, dat is slechts een suggestie.

Op suggestie van...

— Because someone else suggested it.

Op suggestie van de dokter ben ik minder gaan roken.

Alle suggesties zijn welkom.

— Every idea is appreciated.

Voor het nieuwe logo zijn alle suggesties welkom.

Een suggestie aan de hand doen.

— To offer a possible solution or idea.

Hij deed een interessante suggestie aan de hand.

De suggestie van de dag.

— The recommended item for today (usually in a cafe).

Wat is de suggestie van de dag?

Een suggestie van de hand wijzen.

— To reject a suggestion.

De directeur wees mijn suggestie onmiddellijk van de hand.

Suggesties ter verbetering.

— Ideas intended to make something better.

We horen graag uw suggesties ter verbetering van onze service.

Door suggestie beïnvloed.

— Influenced by the ideas of others.

Zijn keuze was duidelijk door suggestie beïnvloed.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

suggestie vs Advies

Advies is more authoritative and formal than a suggestie.

suggestie vs Voorstel

A voorstel is a concrete plan that usually needs an official decision.

suggestie vs Idee

An idee is just a thought, while a suggestie is shared with a purpose.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"Iets verre van zich werpen"

— To strongly reject a suggestion or accusation.

Hij wierp de suggestie van omkoping verre van zich.

Formal

"De suggestie wekken"

— To give a certain (often false) impression.

Zijn kleding wekt de suggestie dat hij een arts is.

Neutral

"Tussen de regels door suggereren"

— To suggest something indirectly without saying it.

Zij suggereerde tussen de regels door dat ze ontslag wilde nemen.

Neutral

"Een balletje opgooien"

— To tentatively suggest an idea to see how people react.

Ik zal eens een balletje opgooien over een extra vrije dag.

Informal

"Iemand iets in de mond leggen"

— To suggest someone said something they didn't, or to lead them to say it.

Je moet me geen woorden in de mond leggen met je suggestieve vragen.

Neutral

"De schijn tegen hebben"

— When circumstances suggest you are guilty even if you aren't.

Hij heeft de schijn tegen, maar hij ontkent de suggestie van diefstal.

Neutral

"Een hint laten vallen"

— To drop a hint (a form of suggestion).

Zij liet een hint vallen over haar verjaardagscadeau.

Informal

"Iets in de groep gooien"

— To suggest an idea to a whole group of people.

Laten we dat idee maar eens in de groep gooien.

Informal

"De toon zetten"

— To suggest the mood or direction of something.

Zijn eerste suggestie zette meteen de toon voor de rest van de dag.

Neutral

"Met een schuin oog kijken naar"

— To look at something as a suggestion or inspiration.

We kijken met een schuin oog naar de suggesties van onze buren.

Neutral

Leicht verwechselbar

suggestie vs Suggestief

Looks like 'suggestive'.

In Dutch, it can mean 'leading' (legal) or 'evocative' (art), besides the English meaning.

De advocaat stelde een suggestieve vraag.

suggestie vs Suggereren

The verb form.

Used for the action of making a suggestie.

Wat probeer je te suggereren?

suggestie vs Insinuatie

Both involve indirect ideas.

An insinuatie is always negative or accusatory.

Dat is een valse insinuatie.

suggestie vs Oppersel

Means 'something brought up'.

Much more formal and less common than suggestie.

Het was een vluchtig oppersel.

suggestie vs Aanbeveling

Both are recommendations.

An aanbeveling is based on expertise and is stronger.

Ik heb een goede aanbeveling van mijn baas.

Satzmuster

Heb je een [zelfstandig naamwoord]?

Heb je een suggestie?

Ik heb een suggestie voor [iets].

Ik heb een suggestie voor het feest.

Mag ik een suggestie doen over [onderwerp]?

Mag ik een suggestie doen over de planning?

Op suggestie van [iemand] hebben we [actie].

Op suggestie van de leraar hebben we meer geoefend.

De suggestie wekken dat [bijzin].

Hij wekt de suggestie dat hij de baas is.

Iets verre van zich werpen.

Hij wierp de suggestie van fraude verre van zich.

De suggestieve werking van [iets].

De suggestieve werking van de kleuren was enorm.

Door middel van suggestie [iets doen].

Door middel van suggestie werd hij overtuigd.

Wortfamilie

Substantive

Verben

Adjektive

Verwandt

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frequency

Very high in both written and spoken Dutch.

Häufige Fehler

Een suggestie maken → Een suggestie doen
In Dutch, we 'do' a suggestion, we don't 'make' it.
Het suggestie → De suggestie
Suggestie is a 'de-woord'.
Suggestieën → Suggesties
The plural is formed with an -s, not -en.
In suggestie van → Op suggestie van
The correct preposition for attribution is 'op'.
Suggestive vraag → Suggestieve vraag
The adjective needs an -e when used with a singular de-word or plural.

Tipps

Plural Rule

Remember that words ending in -ie with the stress on the syllable before it (like sug-GES-tie) always take an -s in the plural.

Synonym Choice

Use 'voorstel' if you want a formal 'yes' or 'no' answer, and 'suggestie' if you just want to share an idea.

The Hard G

Don't be afraid of the Dutch 'g'. It's the key to sounding like a native when saying 'suggestie'.

Politeness

Starting a sentence with 'Mag ik een suggestie doen?' is a very effective way to be heard in a Dutch meeting.

Menu Reading

Always check the 'suggesties' in a Dutch restaurant; they are often the freshest dishes available.

Mind Power

The term 'kracht van de suggestie' is a great conversation starter about how the mind works.

Courtroom Terms

If you watch Dutch crime shows, listen for 'suggestieve vragen' during the interrogation scenes.

Email Etiquette

End an email with 'Ik hoor graag uw suggesties' to show you are open to feedback.

Tea Time

Associate 'suggestie' with 'tea'. A suggestion is like a warm cup of tea—gentle and helpful.

Poldermodel

Understand that 'suggestie' is a cornerstone of the Dutch consensus-seeking culture.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Think of 'Suggestie' as 'Suggest + Tea'. Imagine having a cup of tea while someone gives you a suggestion.

Visuelle Assoziation

Imagine a lightbulb (idea) inside a speech bubble (suggestion).

Word Web

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Herausforderung

Try to use 'suggestie' three times today: once at work, once in a restaurant, and once with a friend.

Wortherkunft

From Latin 'suggestio', which comes from 'suggerere' (to bring under, to supply, to suggest).

Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: The act of adding or bringing something to mind.

Indo-European (Italic -> Romance -> Latin -> Dutch).

Kultureller Kontext

Be careful using 'suggestief' as it can imply something sexual or manipulative.

English speakers might find 'suggestie' very easy to learn because of its similarity to 'suggestion'.

De kracht van de suggestie (common book title) Suggesties van de Chef (standard menu section) Suggestieve vragen (Legal term in Dutch TV shows like 'Baantjer')

Im Alltag üben

Kontexte aus dem Alltag

Restaurant

Wat zijn de suggesties?
Heeft u een suggestie voor de wijn?
De suggestie van de chef.
Ik volg uw suggestie.

Office

Mag ik een suggestie doen?
Bedankt voor de suggesties.
We verwerken uw suggesties.
Heeft iemand suggesties?

Legal

Dat is een suggestieve vraag.
De suggestie van schuld.
Suggestie bij getuigen.
De bewijslast van suggestie.

Art

De suggestie van diepte.
Een suggestie van kleur.
Kracht van de suggestie.
Suggestieve beelden.

Travel

Suggesties voor bezienswaardigheden.
Heeft u een suggestie voor een hotel?
Op suggestie van de gids.
Ik sta open voor suggesties.

Gesprächseinstiege

"Heeft er iemand een goede suggestie voor een leuk restaurant in de buurt?"

"Wat is de beste suggestie die je ooit van iemand hebt gekregen?"

"Zou je een suggestie kunnen doen om dit proces te verbeteren?"

"Heb je suggesties voor boeken die ik deze zomer moet lezen?"

"Als ik een suggestie mag doen: laten we eerst koffie gaan drinken."

Tagebuch-Impulse

Schrijf over een keer dat je een suggestie van iemand opvolgde en het resultaat geweldig was.

Welke suggesties zou je geven aan je jongere zelf?

Hoe ga jij om met suggesties die je eigenlijk niet zo goed vindt?

Beschrijf de 'suggesties van de chef' in jouw ideale restaurant.

Waarom is de kracht van de suggestie zo belangrijk in de psychologie?

Häufig gestellte Fragen

10 Fragen

In modern Dutch, most 'de' words are treated as common gender. However, 'suggestie' is historically feminine. You use 'de' and 'die'.

It is better to say 'een suggestie doen'. 'Maken' is a literal translation from English and sounds a bit off to native speakers.

The plural is 'suggesties'. Just add an 's'.

Use 'tip' with friends or for very quick, informal advice. Use 'suggestie' in more formal or professional settings.

It means the chef's special recommendations for that day, usually not on the regular menu.

Yes, it refers to the process where an idea leads to a physical or mental change, like in hypnosis.

It is a leading question that already contains the answer or pushes someone to answer in a certain way.

You say 'op suggestie van'. For example: 'Op suggestie van mijn vriend'.

Yes, it is very common in both the Netherlands and Flanders.

It is the act of suggesting something to yourself, often used for self-improvement or stress relief.

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