Signification
Expressing sincere regret.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people appreciate directness. Using 'Het spijt me zeer' shows you are taking the situation seriously without being overly dramatic. Belgians often use slightly more formal language than the Dutch. 'Het spijt me zeer' is very common in professional Flemish settings.
Focus on the 'ij'
The 'ij' sound is unique to Dutch. Practice it until it sounds like a smooth glide.
Signification
Expressing sincere regret.
Focus on the 'ij'
The 'ij' sound is unique to Dutch. Practice it until it sounds like a smooth glide.
Teste-toi
Select the correct Dutch phrase for a formal apology.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
The verb 'spijten' requires the impersonal 'Het'.
🎉 Score : /1
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesWhich sentence is grammatically correct?
The verb 'spijten' requires the impersonal 'Het'.
🎉 Score : /1
Questions fréquentes
1 questionsNo, it sounds too formal. Use 'Sorry' instead.
Expressions liées
Mijn excuses
synonymMy apologies
