Signification
Asking for the bill.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people are very direct. Using 'graag' is the standard way to be polite without being overly formal. In Flanders, service is often slightly more formal. You might hear 'Mag ik de rekening, alstublieft?' more often. In many cultures, you wait for the bill to be brought to you. In the Netherlands, you must ask for it.
The 'G' Sound
The 'g' in 'graag' is difficult. Practice by making a 'k' sound but vibrating your throat.
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory in the Netherlands, but rounding up is appreciated.
Signification
Asking for the bill.
The 'G' Sound
The 'g' in 'graag' is difficult. Practice by making a 'k' sound but vibrating your throat.
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory in the Netherlands, but rounding up is appreciated.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence with the correct word.
Ik wil ______ betalen.
'Graag' is the polite adverb needed here.
Which sentence is more polite?
A: Ik wil betalen. B: Ik wil graag betalen.
'Graag' adds politeness.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Ik wil graag betalen -> ?
The phrase translates directly to 'I would like to pay'.
What do you say to the waiter?
Waiter: 'Alles naar wens?' You: 'Ja, ______.'
This is the standard response to end the meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIk wil ______ betalen.
'Graag' is the polite adverb needed here.
A: Ik wil betalen. B: Ik wil graag betalen.
'Graag' adds politeness.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
The phrase translates directly to 'I would like to pay'.
Waiter: 'Alles naar wens?' You: 'Ja, ______.'
This is the standard response to end the meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsNo, it is expected. Waiters won't bring it until you ask.
Yes, it works for any payment.
It makes the request polite.
Say 'Ik wil graag apart betalen'.
Yes, it is the standard verb.
It helps, but 'graag' is usually enough.
Expressions liées
Mag ik de rekening?
synonymMay I have the bill?
Ik wil afrekenen
similarI want to settle the tab.
Alstublieft
builds onPlease/Here you go.
