Signification
Slow down.
Contexte culturel
Directness is valued. This phrase is not considered rude. Often used with more softening particles like 'eens'. Used similarly but often with a more relaxed, melodic tone. Influenced by local Papiamento, often mixed with other expressions.
Use intonation
A rising intonation makes it a question; a flat intonation makes it a command.
Don't be afraid
Dutch people appreciate you asking for clarity.
Signification
Slow down.
Use intonation
A rising intonation makes it a question; a flat intonation makes it a command.
Don't be afraid
Dutch people appreciate you asking for clarity.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Niet zo ____, ik kan je niet volgen.
The phrase is 'Niet zo snel'.
Which is the best way to ask someone to slow down in a conversation?
Choose the best option.
This is the standard idiomatic expression.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'We gaan nu trouwen!' B: '____, we kennen elkaar pas een week!'
The context requires a boundary-setting phrase.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesNiet zo ____, ik kan je niet volgen.
The phrase is 'Niet zo snel'.
Choose the best option.
This is the standard idiomatic expression.
A: 'We gaan nu trouwen!' B: '____, we kennen elkaar pas een week!'
The context requires a boundary-setting phrase.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, it is direct but polite.
No, use 'rijd langzamer'.
Expressions liées
Rustig aan
synonymTake it easy
Ho eens even
similarHold on a moment
Niet zo vlug
synonymNot so fast
Wacht even
builds onWait a moment
