Signification
Expressing gratitude.
Contexte culturel
Gratitude is direct. Don't over-apologize, just say thank you clearly. Flemish speakers might use 'dank u' more frequently than 'dankjewel' in public. In Dutch business, 'bedanken' is used to close meetings and emails professionally. On social media, 'bedankt' is often shortened to 'thx' or 'bedankt!' with an exclamation mark.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify what you are thanking someone for.
Be direct
Dutch people appreciate directness. Don't be afraid to say 'bedankt' for small favors.
Signification
Expressing gratitude.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify what you are thanking someone for.
Be direct
Dutch people appreciate directness. Don't be afraid to say 'bedankt' for small favors.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb.
Ik ____ mijn vriend voor het cadeau.
The subject is 'Ik', so the verb is 'bedank'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
The verb 'bedanken' requires an object (je).
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 1. Ik bedank je, 2. Bedankt voor alles, 3. Wij bedanken u.
Direct translation of the pronouns and phrases.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesIk ____ mijn vriend voor het cadeau.
The subject is 'Ik', so the verb is 'bedank'.
Choose the correct sentence.
The verb 'bedanken' requires an object (je).
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Direct translation of the pronouns and phrases.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsIt is neutral. It works in almost all situations.
Yes, 'bedankt' is the most common way to say thanks.
Expressions liées
Dankjewel
synonymThank you
Hartelijk dank
similarHeartfelt thanks
Dankbetuiging
specialized formExpression of gratitude
Graag gedaan
contrastYou're welcome
