Signification
Welcoming someone into a house.
Contexte culturel
Dutch hospitality is direct. 'Kom binnen' is the standard, no-nonsense way to welcome someone. Similar to the Netherlands, but sometimes slightly more formal in initial greetings. Hospitality is very warm; 'kom binnen' is often followed by an immediate offer of food or drink. Very welcoming; the phrase is used with a relaxed, friendly tone.
Add 'maar'
Adding 'maar' makes you sound much more relaxed and friendly.
Formal vs Informal
Always use 'Komt u binnen' for people you don't know well.
Signification
Welcoming someone into a house.
Add 'maar'
Adding 'maar' makes you sound much more relaxed and friendly.
Formal vs Informal
Always use 'Komt u binnen' for people you don't know well.
The Coffee Culture
Expect to be offered coffee immediately after you enter.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence.
De gast staat voor de deur. Je zegt: '_____ binnen!'
The standard phrase is 'kom binnen'.
Which is the most formal?
Which sentence is best for a business meeting?
The 'u' form is required for formal settings.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Mag ik naar binnen?' B: 'Ja, _____!'
This is the appropriate response to an invitation request.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are welcoming a friend who is soaking wet from the rain.
This shows hospitality in a bad weather situation.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDe gast staat voor de deur. Je zegt: '_____ binnen!'
The standard phrase is 'kom binnen'.
Which sentence is best for a business meeting?
The 'u' form is required for formal settings.
A: 'Mag ik naar binnen?' B: 'Ja, _____!'
This is the appropriate response to an invitation request.
You are welcoming a friend who is soaking wet from the rain.
This shows hospitality in a bad weather situation.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, it works for one person or a group.
No, it's standard. Add 'alsjeblieft' if you want to be extra polite.
You can say 'Kom binnen, maar ik heb weinig tijd.'
No, one is an imperative, the other is a verb.
Expressions liées
Kom langs
contrastCome by/visit
Voel je thuis
builds onMake yourself at home
Kom erin
synonymCome in
Loop door
similarWalk through
