A1 Expression ニュートラル

Das ist sehr nett.

That is very kind.

意味

To express appreciation for someone's kindness.

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文化的背景

In Germany, 'nett' is the baseline for social harmony. However, in Berlin, people might be less likely to say it than in smaller towns, due to the 'Berliner Schnauze' (Berlin snout/bluntness). Austrians often prefer 'höflich' or 'lieb' in social settings, as 'nett' can sometimes feel a bit 'Piefke' (a derogatory term for Germans) or too sober. Swiss German uses 'nätt', but the culture of 'Merci' (borrowed from French) is very strong. You will often hear 'Merci, das isch sehr nätt'. In German offices, 'Das ist sehr nett' is used to acknowledge 'Extra-Meilen' (going the extra mile). It is a way to give positive feedback without a formal performance review.

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The 'Aber' Trick

Add 'aber' (but) to make it sound more enthusiastic: 'Das ist aber nett!' It sounds more like a genuine exclamation.

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The Sarcasm Alert

Be careful with your tone. If you say it with a falling intonation and a sigh, it sounds like you are annoyed.

意味

To express appreciation for someone's kindness.

🎯

The 'Aber' Trick

Add 'aber' (but) to make it sound more enthusiastic: 'Das ist aber nett!' It sounds more like a genuine exclamation.

⚠️

The Sarcasm Alert

Be careful with your tone. If you say it with a falling intonation and a sigh, it sounds like you are annoyed.

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Nett vs. Freundlich

Use 'freundlich' with officials (police, doctors) and 'nett' with everyone else.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.

Das ist ______ nett von dir!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: sehr

'Sehr' is the standard intensifier for adjectives like 'nett'.

Which response is most appropriate when a stranger holds the door for you?

A stranger holds the door. You say:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Das ist sehr nett, danke.

It acknowledges the action politely and neutrally.

Complete the dialogue with the correct formal form.

A: 'Kann ich Ihnen mit {der|m} Koffer helfen?' B: 'Oh, das ist sehr nett ______ ______.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: von Ihnen

In a formal situation (using 'Ihnen'), you must use 'von Ihnen'.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Match: 'Nein danke, aber das ist sehr nett.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Declining an extra piece of cake

This phrase is the standard way to decline an offer politely.

🎉 スコア: /4

ビジュアル学習ツール

When to say 'Das ist sehr nett'

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Small Favors

  • Holding a door
  • Giving directions
  • Lending a pen
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Gifts/Compliments

  • Receiving flowers
  • Getting a coffee
  • Being praised
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Polite Refusals

  • Declining food
  • Turning down a seat
  • Saying no to a date

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Das ist ______ nett von dir!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: sehr

'Sehr' is the standard intensifier for adjectives like 'nett'.

Which response is most appropriate when a stranger holds the door for you? Choose A1

A stranger holds the door. You say:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Das ist sehr nett, danke.

It acknowledges the action politely and neutrally.

Complete the dialogue with the correct formal form. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Kann ich Ihnen mit {der|m} Koffer helfen?' B: 'Oh, das ist sehr nett ______ ______.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: von Ihnen

In a formal situation (using 'Ihnen'), you must use 'von Ihnen'.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Match: 'Nein danke, aber das ist sehr nett.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Declining an extra piece of cake

This phrase is the standard way to decline an offer politely.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

4 問

Yes, 'nett' is gender-neutral. You can say 'Er ist nett' or 'Das ist nett von ihm'.

No, it's perfectly fine. For very close friends, you might prefer 'Das ist voll lieb von dir'.

'Nett' is about behavior. 'Sympathisch' is about a person's overall vibe or if you like them instantly.

It's better to say 'Du bist sehr nett zu mir' (You are very nice to me). 'Das ist nett' usually takes 'von'.

関連フレーズ

🔄

Das ist sehr freundlich.

synonym

That is very friendly/kind.

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Das ist sehr lieb.

similar

That is very sweet/dear.

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Vielen Dank.

builds on

Many thanks.

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Das ist sehr aufmerksam.

specialized form

That is very thoughtful/attentive.

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