Significado
The decision is final.
Contexto cultural
The Dutch value directness. Using this phrase is a way to be clear and avoid ambiguity. Flemish speakers use this phrase similarly, though they might sometimes prefer 'beklonken' in formal contexts. In Dutch business, this phrase is used to show leadership and decisiveness. It is considered slightly blunt in social settings if used too early in a conversation.
Use with 'zijn'
Always use 'zijn' with this phrase. It is a state of being.
Don't be rude
Using this phrase can sound dismissive. Use it carefully in conversations.
Significado
The decision is final.
Use with 'zijn'
Always use 'zijn' with this phrase. It is a state of being.
Don't be rude
Using this phrase can sound dismissive. Use it carefully in conversations.
Use in professional settings
It is excellent for confirming agreements in business emails.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word.
Het is een ________ zaak.
The correct idiom is 'uitgemaakte zaak'.
Choose the correct meaning.
What does 'het is een uitgemaakte zaak' mean?
It means the matter is settled.
Complete the dialogue.
Person A: 'Can we change the plan?' Person B: 'No, ________.'
It is the only option that indicates finality.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You want to end a long argument.
This phrase effectively ends an argument.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosHet is een ________ zaak.
The correct idiom is 'uitgemaakte zaak'.
What does 'het is een uitgemaakte zaak' mean?
It means the matter is settled.
Person A: 'Can we change the plan?' Person B: 'No, ________.'
It is the only option that indicates finality.
You want to end a long argument.
This phrase effectively ends an argument.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, it refers to a situation or a decision, not a person.
It is neutral. It works in both casual and formal settings.
Use 'Het is nog geen uitgemaakte zaak'.
Yes, it is very common in daily Dutch.
Yes, it is perfect for confirming a decision.
Yes, it is understood and used in Flanders as well.
No, it is always singular.
Yes, if the outcome is certain.
No, it is standard Dutch.
Yes, 'Is het een uitgemaakte zaak?' is common.
Frases relacionadas
Dat staat vast
synonymThat is fixed.
Het is beklonken
synonymIt is sealed.
De kogel is door de kerk
similarThe bullet is through the church (the decision is made).
Geen discussie mogelijk
synonymNo discussion possible.
