Significado
Scheduling a medical check-up.
Contexto cultural
The GP (huisarts) is the central figure. You must call them first for almost everything. Similar to the Netherlands, but sometimes more direct in communication. Very similar appointment-based culture; punctuality is highly valued. Also highly structured; digital booking is very common.
Be specific
When calling, mention your name and birthdate immediately.
Don't be late
Dutch doctors value time; being late might mean losing your slot.
Significado
Scheduling a medical check-up.
Be specific
When calling, mention your name and birthdate immediately.
Don't be late
Dutch doctors value time; being late might mean losing your slot.
Use the app
Many clinics now use apps like 'Uw Zorg online' to book appointments.
Be polite
Always start with 'Goedemorgen' or 'Goedemiddag'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct verb.
Ik wil graag een afspraak ___ bij de dokter.
The standard collocation is 'een afspraak maken'.
Choose the most natural sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
'Bij' is the correct preposition for a person/professional.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the core vocabulary items.
Complete the dialogue.
Receptionist: 'Hoe kan ik u helpen?' You: '___'
This is the most appropriate response to a receptionist.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosIk wil graag een afspraak ___ bij de dokter.
The standard collocation is 'een afspraak maken'.
Which sentence is correct?
'Bij' is the correct preposition for a person/professional.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
These are the core vocabulary items.
Receptionist: 'Hoe kan ik u helpen?' You: '___'
This is the most appropriate response to a receptionist.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasGenerally no. You must call first.
No, it's used for any meeting.
Most doctors speak English, but try to use the phrase first.
You can also use 'plannen' or 'inplannen'.
'Bij' indicates the location/professional, 'met' would imply you are meeting them as a peer.
Usually, it's covered by insurance.
They will offer you the next available slot.
Yes, but you need their details.
The phrase itself is already quite standard and formal enough.
'Arts' is the professional title, 'dokter' is the common term.
Usually 10-15 minutes.
Yes, but do it at least 24 hours in advance.
Frases relacionadas
Een afspraak hebben
similarTo have an appointment
Naar de dokter gaan
similarTo go to the doctor
Een afspraak inplannen
synonymTo schedule an appointment
Een doktersbezoek
builds onA doctor's visit
