Signification
Describing a calm environment.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people appreciate 'rust' (peace). Commenting on silence is a common way to acknowledge a comfortable environment. Similar to the Netherlands, but sometimes more reserved in public spaces. In many cultures, silence is respected. In others, it is awkward. This phrase works in both.
Word Order
Remember: Location (hier) comes before Adverb (erg) + Adjective (stil).
Breaking Silence
Use this phrase to start a conversation if the silence feels heavy.
Signification
Describing a calm environment.
Word Order
Remember: Location (hier) comes before Adverb (erg) + Adjective (stil).
Breaking Silence
Use this phrase to start a conversation if the silence feels heavy.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Het is hier erg ____.
The phrase is 'Het is hier erg stil'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct word order.
Standard Dutch word order places location before the adverb/adjective.
Match the Dutch word to the English meaning.
Stil = ?
Stil means quiet.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Waarom praat je zo zacht?' B: '____.'
The context implies a need for quiet.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesHet is hier erg ____.
The phrase is 'Het is hier erg stil'.
Choose the correct word order.
Standard Dutch word order places location before the adverb/adjective.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Stil means quiet.
A: 'Waarom praat je zo zacht?' B: '____.'
The context implies a need for quiet.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsYes, it is neutral enough for most settings.
No, you can just say 'Het is hier stil', but 'erg' adds emphasis.
This phrase is impersonal and doesn't have a plural.
No, use 'Hij is stil' for a person.
Not at all, it's a standard observation.
You can use 'heel' instead of 'erg'.
Expressions liées
Wat is het stil
similarHow quiet it is
Doodstil
specialized formDead quiet
Rust en stilte
builds onPeace and quiet
