Signification
Expressing confusion.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people value directness. Using this phrase is a standard way to initiate a conversation about a problem. Flemish speakers use this phrase similarly, though they might sometimes use 'raar' more frequently in casual speech. In Surinamese Dutch, the phrase is understood perfectly, though local slang might offer more colorful alternatives. In a professional setting, this phrase is a polite way to flag an issue without blaming a specific person.
Focus on the 'g'
The 'g' in 'erg' is the hardest part for learners. Practice the guttural sound by clearing your throat gently.
Use it as a filler
If you don't know what to say in a conversation, 'Dat is erg vreemd' is a great way to buy time while you think.
Signification
Expressing confusion.
Focus on the 'g'
The 'g' in 'erg' is the hardest part for learners. Practice the guttural sound by clearing your throat gently.
Use it as a filler
If you don't know what to say in a conversation, 'Dat is erg vreemd' is a great way to buy time while you think.
Directness
Don't be afraid to use this phrase. Dutch people appreciate you pointing out things that don't make sense.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Dat is erg ____.
The adjective 'vreemd' is the correct form here.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
This is the only grammatically correct sentence.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match: Dat is erg vreemd.
Direct translation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: De winkel is dicht. B: ____.
The shop being closed unexpectedly is strange.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDat is erg ____.
The adjective 'vreemd' is the correct form here.
Choose the best option.
This is the only grammatically correct sentence.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Direct translation.
A: De winkel is dicht. B: ____.
The shop being closed unexpectedly is strange.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes, it is neutral and professional enough for most workplace situations.
They are synonyms, but 'raar' is slightly more informal.
That is a common mistake; adjectives don't take an 'n' here.
Yes, 'heel' is a perfect alternative to 'erg'.
No, it is a neutral observation.
It's a friction sound in the back of the throat.
Only if you want to call them weird, which is rude.
Yes, it's common in emails and texts.
The phrase itself doesn't change, but the adjective 'vreemd' can be 'vreemde' in other contexts.
Use 'Dat is merkwaardig'.
Yes, if your date does something unexpected.
It's a very simple phrase, you can master it in minutes.
Expressions liées
Dat is raar
synonymThat is weird.
Dat is apart
similarThat is unusual/distinct.
Wat vreemd
similarHow strange.
Dat vind ik vreemd
builds onI find that strange.
