Significado
Something is great.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is a hallmark of the '90s and 2000s generation but remains a staple. It reflects the high level of English integration in Dutch daily life. While used everywhere, you might find more 'street' variations like 'lauw' in Amsterdam or Rotterdam, while 'vet cool' is a safe 'standard' slang across the country. Dutch people are often reserved. Using 'vet cool' is one of the few ways they express loud, American-style enthusiasm. People over 60 might find 'vet' a bit strange or even slightly vulgar, as they still associate it primarily with grease and unhealthy food.
Use 'Echt' for extra power
Adding 'echt' (really) before 'vet cool' makes you sound much more natural and enthusiastic.
Watch your age
If you are over 50, using this phrase might make you sound like you're trying too hard to be young. Use 'Dat is heel mooi' instead.
Significado
Something is great.
Use 'Echt' for extra power
Adding 'echt' (really) before 'vet cool' makes you sound much more natural and enthusiastic.
Watch your age
If you are over 50, using this phrase might make you sound like you're trying too hard to be young. Use 'Dat is heel mooi' instead.
The 'Vet' Multiplier
You can put 'vet' in front of almost any positive adjective to make it slang: vet leuk, vet mooi, vet lekker.
Ponte a prueba
Vul het juiste woord in om de zin 'vet cool' te maken.
Heb je die nieuwe film gezien? Die is echt ___ cool!
'Vet' is the standard slang intensifier used with 'cool'.
In welke situatie is het GEBRUIKELIJK om 'vet cool' te zeggen?
Kies de juiste situatie:
'Vet cool' is slang and only appropriate in informal settings with friends.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: Ik heb kaartjes voor het concert van Goldband! B: Zo, ___!
This is the most natural enthusiastic response to good news among friends.
Match de zin aan de juiste context.
Zin: 'Dat is vet cool!'
Expressing admiration for something impressive is the primary use of this phrase.
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Ayudas visuales
Coolness Scale
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosHeb je die nieuwe film gezien? Die is echt ___ cool!
'Vet' is the standard slang intensifier used with 'cool'.
Kies de juiste situatie:
'Vet cool' is slang and only appropriate in informal settings with friends.
A: Ik heb kaartjes voor het concert van Goldband! B: Zo, ___!
This is the most natural enthusiastic response to good news among friends.
Zin: 'Dat is vet cool!'
Expressing admiration for something impressive is the primary use of this phrase.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, although newer words like 'lit' or 'fire' are popular, 'vet cool' remains a universally understood and widely used slang term.
Yes, you can say 'Hij is een vet coole gast' (He is a very cool guy).
'Heel cool' is neutral and safe. 'Vet cool' is slang and shows more personality and informal energy.
In slang, yes. But in a restaurant, it might literally mean 'fatty' or 'greasy.' Context is key!
It is always 'vet cool' when used as a predicate (after 'is'). If you use it before a noun, it becomes 'een vette coole auto'.
Only if you have a very informal, friendly relationship with them. Generally, it's better to avoid it.
Yes, the English spelling is used for the slang meaning. The Dutch word 'koel' is used for temperature.
Younger kids might say 'Dat is echt strijder' or 'Dat is lit,' but 'vet cool' is never truly out of style.
No, it is not a swear word. It's just very informal.
It's like the English 'v' in 'victory,' but slightly softer. Some speakers in the north might make it sound a bit like an 'f'.
Frases relacionadas
Vet gaaf
synonymVery awesome
Echt te gek
similarReally too crazy (awesome)
Supervet
builds onSuper cool
Lauw
specialized formLukewarm (slang for cool)
