Signification
Changing a time.
Contexte culturel
The Dutch 'Agenda' is sacred. Rescheduling is common but must be done politely and as early as possible. 'Afspraak is afspraak' is the underlying rule. In Flanders, the culture is slightly more flexible than in the Netherlands, but 'verzetten' remains the standard term. Politeness markers like 'zou' are very common. In Surinamese Dutch, the concept of time can be more fluid, but in formal business settings, 'verzetten' is used exactly as in the Netherlands. Efficiency is key. When you 'verzet' an appointment, you are expected to immediately offer 2-3 alternative time slots to minimize email back-and-forth.
Always suggest a new time
When you ask to 'verzetten', immediately offer a new day or time. It's the Dutch way to be efficient.
Don't use 'veranderen'
Even though 'change' works in English, 'veranderen' sounds very strange to Dutch ears in this context.
Signification
Changing a time.
Always suggest a new time
When you ask to 'verzetten', immediately offer a new day or time. It's the Dutch way to be efficient.
Don't use 'veranderen'
Even though 'change' works in English, 'veranderen' sounds very strange to Dutch ears in this context.
The 'Agenda' culture
If you don't 'verzet' an appointment and just don't show up, it's considered very rude in the Netherlands.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'verzetten'.
Ik wil graag mijn afspraak naar morgen ______.
After 'wil graag' (want to), we use the infinitive form of the verb.
Which sentence is the most natural for rescheduling a doctor's appointment?
A: Ik wil de afspraak veranderen. B: Ik wil de afspraak verzetten. C: Ik wil de afspraak verplaatsen.
'Verzetten' is the standard collocation for rescheduling time slots.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kan ik de afspraak van 2 uur verzetten? B: Ja, dat kan. Naar ______ wilt u hem verzetten?
'Wanneer' (when) is used to ask for the new time or date.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. Afzeggen, 2. Verzetten, 3. Plannen. Situations: A. You want a new time. B. You want to cancel. C. You want to make a first appointment.
Afzeggen = cancel, Verzetten = reschedule, Plannen = plan/schedule.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIk wil graag mijn afspraak naar morgen ______.
After 'wil graag' (want to), we use the infinitive form of the verb.
A: Ik wil de afspraak veranderen. B: Ik wil de afspraak verzetten. C: Ik wil de afspraak verplaatsen.
'Verzetten' is the standard collocation for rescheduling time slots.
A: Kan ik de afspraak van 2 uur verzetten? B: Ja, dat kan. Naar ______ wilt u hem verzetten?
'Wanneer' (when) is used to ask for the new time or date.
1. Afzeggen, 2. Verzetten, 3. Plannen. Situations: A. You want a new time. B. You want to cancel. C. You want to make a first appointment.
Afzeggen = cancel, Verzetten = reschedule, Plannen = plan/schedule.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it's perfectly fine for romantic dates, though 'verplaatsen' or 'verschuiven' can also be used.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Verzetten' is the general term. 'Verschuiven' (to slide) is often used when moving something by a short amount of time, like an hour.
Yes, if you specify the new time, use 'naar': 'verzetten naar morgen'.
Yes, 'van morgen' specifies which appointment you are moving.
It is 'verzette' (singular) or 'verzetten' (plural). The past participle is 'verzet'.
Usually, for flights, we use 'omboeken' (to rebook), but 'verzetten' is understood.
You can still use 'verzetten', or the more specific 'vervroegen'.
In Dutch culture, yes, unless it's an emergency. Try to give at least 24 hours notice.
It's better to use 'uitstellen' or 'verschuiven' for deadlines.
Expressions liées
een afspraak afzeggen
contrastTo cancel an appointment
een afspraak maken
builds onTo make an appointment
iets uitstellen
similarTo postpone something
een afspraak bevestigen
similarTo confirm an appointment
