Signification
Working all day and night.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people value efficiency. Working the clock around is seen as a sign of dedication but also a warning sign of burnout. In Flanders, this phrase is also used, but there is a slightly stronger emphasis on the 'work-life balance' culture. The German equivalent is very common in business contexts. In international business, 'working around the clock' is a standard phrase used to describe global teams handing off work.
Context is key
Only use this when the work is truly intense and continuous.
Don't over-dramatize
Don't use it for simple tasks like cleaning your room.
Signification
Working all day and night.
Context is key
Only use this when the work is truly intense and continuous.
Don't over-dramatize
Don't use it for simple tasks like cleaning your room.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Ik moet de klok ____ werken.
The idiom is 'de klok rond'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
Only 'rond' is part of the idiom.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Waarom ben je zo moe? B: Ik heb de klok ____ gewerkt.
The phrase is 'de klok rond gewerkt'.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesIk moet de klok ____ werken.
The idiom is 'de klok rond'.
Choose the correct sentence.
Only 'rond' is part of the idiom.
A: Waarom ben je zo moe? B: Ik heb de klok ____ gewerkt.
The phrase is 'de klok rond gewerkt'.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsYes, it is very common for students during exam periods.
It is neutral and can be used in most situations.
Expressions liées
Dag en nacht
synonymDay and night
Overuren maken
similarTo work overtime
Non-stop werken
synonymWork without stopping
Zich uit de naad werken
similarTo work extremely hard
