Signification
Be yourself, don't show off.
Contexte culturel
In the big cities, people are slightly more used to international styles, but 'doe maar gewoon' is still used to keep people from acting like 'celebrities'. In rural areas, this rule is even stricter. Standing out too much can lead to social exclusion. Managers often sit in the same open-plan office as their employees and eat the same cheese sandwiches for lunch. This is 'doe maar gewoon' in action. Even the King tries to appear 'gewoon'. He is often seen cycling or doing 'normal' things to maintain a connection with the people.
The 'Maar' Magic
Always include 'maar'. It changes the phrase from a command to a shared cultural value.
Don't overdo it
If you say it to someone who is genuinely proud of a big achievement, you might sound jealous.
Signification
Be yourself, don't show off.
The 'Maar' Magic
Always include 'maar'. It changes the phrase from a command to a shared cultural value.
Don't overdo it
If you say it to someone who is genuinely proud of a big achievement, you might sound jealous.
Teste-toi
Vul het ontbrekende woord in.
Doe maar ____, dan doe je al gek genoeg.
'Gewoon' is the standard word used in this proverb.
In welke situatie zeg je 'doe maar gewoon'?
Je vriend draagt een smoking naar een simpele barbecue.
The phrase is used to reduce unnecessary formality.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: 'Ik heb de beste cijfers van de hele klas!' B: '____'
This is a typical Dutch response to someone bragging about their grades.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesDoe maar ____, dan doe je al gek genoeg.
'Gewoon' is the standard word used in this proverb.
Je vriend draagt een smoking naar een simpele barbecue.
The phrase is used to reduce unnecessary formality.
A: 'Ik heb de beste cijfers van de hele klas!' B: '____'
This is a typical Dutch response to someone bragging about their grades.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsIt depends on the tone. Usually, it's a friendly reminder or a way to make someone feel comfortable. However, if said sharply, it can be a way to shut someone down.
Yes, especially with colleagues. It's a great way to show you are a team player and not trying to be the 'star'.
Expressions liées
Nuchter blijven
similarTo stay level-headed and not get emotional.
Naast je schoenen lopen
contrastTo be arrogant/full of oneself.
Hoge bomen vangen veel wind
builds onPeople in high positions get a lot of criticism.
