Significado
Expressing a desire to rest.
Contexto cultural
Dutch people value their sleep and routine. It is common to announce when you are going to bed. Similar to the Netherlands, but sometimes even more indirect in social settings. In many cultures, announcing you are going to sleep is seen as a sign of respect to the host.
The 'Graag' Rule
Always use 'graag' when you want something. It is the magic word for politeness in Dutch.
Social Exit
Using this phrase is a socially acceptable way to leave a conversation without offending anyone.
Significado
Expressing a desire to rest.
The 'Graag' Rule
Always use 'graag' when you want something. It is the magic word for politeness in Dutch.
Social Exit
Using this phrase is a socially acceptable way to leave a conversation without offending anyone.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word.
Ik wil ______ slapen.
'Graag' is the adverb used to express a polite desire.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct word order.
Subject + Modal + Adverb + Infinitive is the standard order.
Match the Dutch to English.
Match: Ik wil graag slapen.
The phrase translates to a polite desire to sleep.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Het is laat. B: _____
It is the only logical response to it being late.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosIk wil ______ slapen.
'Graag' is the adverb used to express a polite desire.
Choose the correct word order.
Subject + Modal + Adverb + Infinitive is the standard order.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
The phrase translates to a polite desire to sleep.
A: Het is laat. B: _____
It is the only logical response to it being late.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
6 preguntasYes, it can sound like a command. Always add 'graag'.
Only if you are very close or on a trip together.
It means 'gladly' or 'with pleasure'.
Yes, it is a regular verb.
Use 'Welterusten'.
Yes, that is also very common and polite.
Frases relacionadas
Ik ga naar bed
similarI am going to bed
Welterusten
builds onGoodnight
Ik ben moe
similarI am tired
