B1 Expression ニュートラル

aan de slag gaan

to get to work

意味

Starting a task or project.

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文化的背景

The Dutch value 'doe maar gewoon' (just act normal). This phrase is a perfect example of their preference for practical, direct action. The phrase is used similarly, but Flemish speakers might also use 'aan de bak gaan' slightly more often in informal settings. In Dutch corporate culture, this phrase is a standard way to signal the end of a brainstorming session and the start of execution. Teachers often use this to signal the start of individual work time in the classroom.

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Use 'met'

Always remember to add 'met' when you mention the task you are starting.

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Not for machines

Never use this for turning on electronics. Use 'aanzetten' instead.

意味

Starting a task or project.

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Use 'met'

Always remember to add 'met' when you mention the task you are starting.

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Not for machines

Never use this for turning on electronics. Use 'aanzetten' instead.

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Imperative use

Use 'Aan de slag!' as a quick, energetic way to motivate yourself or others.

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Dutch directness

This phrase is a great way to show you are ready to work, which is highly valued in Dutch culture.

自分をテスト

Fill in the correct preposition.

Ik ga aan de slag ___ het rapport.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: met

The phrase 'aan de slag gaan' is followed by 'met' when specifying the task.

Which sentence is correct?

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ik ga aan de slag met de lamp.

You use 'aan de slag gaan met' to indicate you are working on the lamp (e.g., repairing it).

Complete the dialogue.

A: We hebben veel werk te doen. B: Ja, laten we ___!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: aan de slag gaan

The imperative form 'laten we aan de slag gaan' is grammatically correct.

Match the situation to the most appropriate response.

Your boss asks you to start the project.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ik ga aan de slag.

This is the most natural and complete response.

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4 問題
Fill in the correct preposition. Fill Blank B1

Ik ga aan de slag ___ het rapport.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: met

The phrase 'aan de slag gaan' is followed by 'met' when specifying the task.

Which sentence is correct? Choose B1

Choose the correct sentence.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ik ga aan de slag met de lamp.

You use 'aan de slag gaan met' to indicate you are working on the lamp (e.g., repairing it).

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: We hebben veel werk te doen. B: Ja, laten we ___!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: aan de slag gaan

The imperative form 'laten we aan de slag gaan' is grammatically correct.

Match the situation to the most appropriate response. situation_matching A2

Your boss asks you to start the project.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Ik ga aan de slag.

This is the most natural and complete response.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

12 問

No, use 'starten' for a car.

It is neutral and fits almost any situation.

It sounds incomplete if you are mentioning the task.

Yes, it works perfectly for hobbies.

They are similar, but 'aan de slag gaan' is more idiomatic and work-focused.

Use 'Ik ben aan het werk' or 'Ik ben aan de slag'.

Yes, it is common in professional emails.

Yes, 'Ik ben aan de slag gegaan'.

Yes, 'Ik ga aan de slag'.

You can say 'Ik ga niet aan de slag', but it's less common.

Yes, it is standard Dutch.

No, that would be 'een gesprek beginnen'.

関連フレーズ

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Aan de bak gaan

similar

To get to work/get a job

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Aan de slag zijn

builds on

To be working

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Aan de slag!

specialized form

Get to work!

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Aanpakken

similar

To tackle/handle

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