Signification
Describing something messy.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people are very organized. When they say something is 'in de knoop', it is a serious admission that their system has failed. Similar usage, but often accompanied by a more relaxed tone.
Use 'zitten'
Always use 'zitten' to describe the state of being in a knot.
Signification
Describing something messy.
Use 'zitten'
Always use 'zitten' to describe the state of being in a knot.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
Mijn planning voor vandaag ____ in de knoop.
The standard expression is 'zitten in de knoop'.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesMijn planning voor vandaag ____ in de knoop.
The standard expression is 'zitten in de knoop'.
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Questions fréquentes
1 questionsYes, it means they are confused or struggling.
Expressions liées
De knoop doorhakken
contrastTo make a difficult decision
