Signification
Wishing someone a good time.
Contexte culturel
In the Netherlands, 'Veel plezier' is often followed by 'hè' in informal speech, which acts as a friendly tag question to soften the statement. Flemish speakers might use 'Amuseer je' more frequently than 'Veel plezier', though both are understood. 'Amuseren' feels slightly more active. In Surinamese Dutch, the phrase is used but might be accompanied by more exuberant body language or followed by 'hoor' for emphasis. Even in business, if a colleague is leaving for a holiday or a fun company event, it is considered polite and 'collegial' to say this.
Drop the Verb
To sound like a native, never say 'Heb veel plezier'. Just say 'Veel plezier!'. It's punchier and more natural.
The 'Hè' Factor
Add a small 'hè' at the end ('Veel plezier vandaag, hè!') to sound extra friendly and Dutch.
Signification
Wishing someone a good time.
Drop the Verb
To sound like a native, never say 'Heb veel plezier'. Just say 'Veel plezier!'. It's punchier and more natural.
The 'Hè' Factor
Add a small 'hè' at the end ('Veel plezier vandaag, hè!') to sound extra friendly and Dutch.
Plezier vs. Succes
If someone is doing something hard (like an exam), use 'Succes'. If they are doing something fun, use 'Plezier'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to wish someone fun.
Veel ______ vandaag!
'Plezier' is the correct noun used in this fixed expression.
Which sentence is the most natural Dutch way to say 'Have fun today'?
Choose the best option:
Dutch typically omits the verb in this common wish.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
Your friend is going to a music festival.
'Veel plezier' is used for enjoyable events like festivals.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ik ga vandaag naar de Efteling! B: Wat leuk! ________.
The Efteling is a theme park, so 'plezier' is the appropriate wish.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say Veel Plezier
Social
- • Parties
- • Cinema
- • Dinner
Travel
- • Holidays
- • Day trips
- • Museums
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesVeel ______ vandaag!
'Plezier' is the correct noun used in this fixed expression.
Choose the best option:
Dutch typically omits the verb in this common wish.
Your friend is going to a music festival.
'Veel plezier' is used for enjoyable events like festivals.
A: Ik ga vandaag naar de Efteling! B: Wat leuk! ________.
The Efteling is a theme park, so 'plezier' is the appropriate wish.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsYes, it's very common to say this to colleagues who are leaving for the day or going to a fun meeting.
It is always 'Veel plezier' because 'plezier' is an uncountable noun.
'Veel plezier' is 'Have fun', while 'Geniet ervan' is 'Enjoy it'. They are often used together.
Yes, it is perfectly polite. If you want to be extra formal, you can say 'Ik wens u veel plezier vandaag'.
Simply say 'Dank je wel!' or 'Bedankt, ga ik doen!' (Thanks, I will!).
Expressions liées
Geniet ervan!
similarEnjoy it!
Veel succes!
contrastGood luck / Much success!
Amuseer je!
synonymHave fun / Amuse yourself!
Maak er een leuke dag van!
builds onMake it a nice day!
