Significado
Minor error.
Contexto cultural
Dutch people appreciate honesty. Admitting a 'kleine fout' is seen as a sign of integrity. Similar to the Netherlands, but perhaps slightly more formal in professional settings. Very similar to Dutch culture regarding error reporting; directness is valued. Admitting an error is important, but often accompanied by a deeper apology.
Use the diminutive
If you want to sound extra humble, use 'een klein foutje'.
Don't over-apologize
Calling it 'een kleine fout' is enough; you don't need to apologize for 5 minutes.
Significado
Minor error.
Use the diminutive
If you want to sound extra humble, use 'een klein foutje'.
Don't over-apologize
Calling it 'een kleine fout' is enough; you don't need to apologize for 5 minutes.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct adjective.
Dat is een _____ fout.
Fout is feminine, so it needs -e.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
Adjective agreement is required.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Ik heb per ongeluk de datum veranderd.' B: 'Geen probleem, dat is maar een _____.'
The context is a minor mistake.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosDat is een _____ fout.
Fout is feminine, so it needs -e.
Choose the best option.
Adjective agreement is required.
A: 'Ik heb per ongeluk de datum veranderd.' B: 'Geen probleem, dat is maar een _____.'
The context is a minor mistake.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
2 preguntasIt is neutral. It works in almost any situation.
No, that would sound sarcastic or dismissive.
Frases relacionadas
Een foutje
specialized formA tiny mistake.
Fout zitten
similarTo be wrong.
Een grote fout
contrastA big mistake.
Een vergissing
synonymA misunderstanding/error.
