C1 Idiom 격식체

De handen ineenslaan

To join forces

Collaborating to achieve a common goal.

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문화적 배경

The Dutch 'Poldermodel' is the ultimate real-world application of 'de handen ineenslaan'. It involves employers, unions, and the government sitting at one table to reach consensus. This idiom is the linguistic heartbeat of that culture. In Flanders, the phrase is also common, but they might more frequently use 'de krachten bundelen'. However, in political contexts, 'de handen ineenslaan' remains a standard formal expression. You will often hear this in sports commentary when a team that usually struggles starts working together effectively. It emphasizes the shift from individual play to collective effort. Dutch politicians frequently use this phrase when discussing EU cooperation. It signals a pragmatic approach to international relations.

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Use in Job Interviews

When asked about teamwork, say: 'Ik geloof in de kracht van de handen ineenslaan.' It sounds much more professional than just 'ik werk graag samen'.

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Watch the Tense

Don't forget that 'slaan' is irregular. 'We sloegen de handen ineen' (past) is very common in reports.

Collaborating to achieve a common goal.

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Use in Job Interviews

When asked about teamwork, say: 'Ik geloof in de kracht van de handen ineenslaan.' It sounds much more professional than just 'ik werk graag samen'.

⚠️

Watch the Tense

Don't forget that 'slaan' is irregular. 'We sloegen de handen ineen' (past) is very common in reports.

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The Polder Context

Using this phrase in a political discussion shows you understand the Dutch value of consensus.

셀프 테스트

Vul de juiste vorm van het werkwoord 'ineenslaan' in.

Vorig jaar _______ de twee bedrijven de handen ineen.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: sloegen

The sentence refers to 'vorig jaar' (last year), so we need the past tense plural (sloegen).

Welke zin is correct?

Kies de zin met de juiste spelling en grammatica.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ze hebben de handen ineengeslagen.

The past participle 'ineengeslagen' is one word, and 'handen' must be plural.

In welke situatie is 'de handen ineenslaan' het meest gepast?

Kies de beste context.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Drie gemeenten werken samen aan een nieuw park.

This idiom is best for formal, goal-oriented collaborations like municipal projects.

Maak de dialoog af.

A: 'De concurrentie is erg sterk dit jaar.' B: 'Klopt, misschien moeten we _______ met onze partners.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: de handen ineenslaan

'De handen ineenslaan' means joining forces to face competition. 'Handen schudden' is just greeting, 'handen wassen' is washing hands, and 'handen vol hebben' means being busy.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Vul de juiste vorm van het werkwoord 'ineenslaan' in. Fill Blank B1

Vorig jaar _______ de twee bedrijven de handen ineen.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: sloegen

The sentence refers to 'vorig jaar' (last year), so we need the past tense plural (sloegen).

Welke zin is correct? Choose B2

Kies de zin met de juiste spelling en grammatica.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ze hebben de handen ineengeslagen.

The past participle 'ineengeslagen' is one word, and 'handen' must be plural.

In welke situatie is 'de handen ineenslaan' het meest gepast? situation_matching B1

Kies de beste context.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Drie gemeenten werken samen aan een nieuw park.

This idiom is best for formal, goal-oriented collaborations like municipal projects.

Maak de dialoog af. dialogue_completion B2

A: 'De concurrentie is erg sterk dit jaar.' B: 'Klopt, misschien moeten we _______ met onze partners.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: de handen ineenslaan

'De handen ineenslaan' means joining forces to face competition. 'Handen schudden' is just greeting, 'handen wassen' is washing hands, and 'handen vol hebben' means being busy.

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자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Yes, it is formal to neutral. It's perfect for work, news, and official documents.

No, that would sound very strange. Use 'in het huwelijksbootje stappen' instead.

The past participle is 'ineengeslagen'. Example: 'Zij hebben de handen ineengeslagen.'

In the infinitive, it is one word: 'ineenslaan'. When conjugated, it separates: 'slaan...ineen'.

No, that makes no sense. The idiom is fixed with 'handen'.

Yes, it is standard Dutch used in both countries.

Not necessarily. It can be for a single project or a long-term alliance.

'Samenwerken' is the general verb for working together. 'De handen ineenslaan' is more idiomatic and emphasizes the act of starting a partnership.

Usually, it's positive. For negative cooperation, use 'samenspannen' (to conspire).

Yes, especially when proposing a partnership: 'Laten we de handen ineenslaan.'

관련 표현

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De krachten bundelen

synonym

To bundle forces

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De koppen bij elkaar steken

similar

To put heads together

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De schouders eronder zetten

builds on

To put shoulders under it

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Onder één hoedje spelen

contrast

To play under one hat

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Een verbond sluiten

specialized form

To close a covenant

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