Significado
Expressing content with a choice.
Contexto cultural
Dutch people are known for being direct. If they say they are 'tevreden', it is a genuine statement. They don't usually use it just to be polite. Flemish speakers might use 'content' more often than 'tevreden'. The tone is often slightly softer and less direct than in the Netherlands. In Dutch offices, 'tevredenheidsonderzoek' (satisfaction survey) is a standard tool. The phrase is part of a formal feedback loop. The phrase is the backbone of the 'Consumentenbond' (Consumer Association) culture, where products are strictly evaluated on 'tevredenheid'.
The 'Over' Rule
If you are judging something (like a critic), use 'over'. If you are just feeling happy (like a child), use 'met'.
Don't be too clinical
Avoid using this phrase for your partner or children; it sounds like a business report.
Significado
Expressing content with a choice.
The 'Over' Rule
If you are judging something (like a critic), use 'over'. If you are just feeling happy (like a child), use 'met'.
Don't be too clinical
Avoid using this phrase for your partner or children; it sounds like a business report.
The Dutch Compliment
Remember that 'erg tevreden' is a very strong compliment in the Netherlands. Don't feel like you need to find a bigger word!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct preposition.
Ik ben erg tevreden ___ dit resultaat.
In Dutch, we always use 'over' with 'tevreden'.
Which sentence is the most natural for a customer review?
Select the best option:
This uses the correct preposition and a common object for the phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hoe vind je je nieuwe baan? B: ________
While 'over dit' is okay, 'over het werk' is more specific and natural in this context.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You just finished a great meal at a friend's house.
In a personal/informal setting like a friend's house, 'blij met' is warmer than 'tevreden over'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Preposition Choice
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosIk ben erg tevreden ___ dit resultaat.
In Dutch, we always use 'over' with 'tevreden'.
Select the best option:
This uses the correct preposition and a common object for the phrase.
A: Hoe vind je je nieuwe baan? B: ________
While 'over dit' is okay, 'over het werk' is more specific and natural in this context.
You just finished a great meal at a friend's house.
In a personal/informal setting like a friend's house, 'blij met' is warmer than 'tevreden over'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasWhile people will understand you, it is grammatically incorrect in standard Dutch. Always try to use 'over'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, a waiter, or your parents.
'Tevreden' is about an object or result. 'Voldaan' is a physical or emotional feeling of being 'full' or 'finished'.
Use 'Ik ben niet tevreden over...' or 'Ik ben ontevreden over...'.
Only in a professional context (e.g., a manager about an employee). Otherwise, it sounds cold.
No, but it adds emphasis. Without 'erg', it can sometimes sound a bit lukewarm.
The opposite is 'ontevreden'.
In simple sentences, yes. In sentences with more verbs, it moves. 'Ik wil tevreden over dit zijn.'
Yes, but 'content' is more common in Belgium or among older Dutch speakers.
Yes, that means 'I am satisfied with everything.'
Frases relacionadas
blij met
similarhappy with
trots op
builds onproud of
genoegen nemen met
specialized formto settle for
ontevreden over
contrastdissatisfied with
voldaan
similarfulfilled/satisfied
