뜻
Describing distance.
문화적 배경
The Dutch 'Afsluitdijk' is a 32km long dike that is a literal 'lange weg'. It represents the Dutch triumph over water and is a symbol of long-term engineering persistence. In Flanders, the phrase is equally common, but you might also hear 'Het is een lange baan,' which specifically refers to long-term projects or delays. Dutch professionals value transparency. If a project is going to take time, they will say 'Het is een lange weg' early on to avoid over-promising. This is part of the 'polder model' of consensus and realistic planning. The 'lange weg' is a mental state for Dutch cyclists. When facing the 'Dutch Mountain' (strong headwind), the phrase becomes a mantra for endurance.
Use 'nog'
Add 'nog' (still) to sound more natural: 'Het is nog een lange weg.' It adds a sense of current progress.
The 'G' sound
Don't pronounce 'weg' like English 'way'. The Dutch 'g' is essential for being understood.
뜻
Describing distance.
Use 'nog'
Add 'nog' (still) to sound more natural: 'Het is nog een lange weg.' It adds a sense of current progress.
The 'G' sound
Don't pronounce 'weg' like English 'way'. The Dutch 'g' is essential for being understood.
Professional Nuance
In a meeting, use this phrase to show you are realistic. It builds trust with Dutch colleagues.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the correct form of the adjective 'lang'.
Ik moet veel studeren. Het is een ___ weg naar het examen.
Because 'weg' is a de-word, the adjective 'lang' gets an -e ending.
Which sentence is used metaphorically?
Choose the best option:
A 'better world' is a goal/process, not a physical location you can walk to.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: 'Ben je bijna klaar met je boek?' B: 'Nee, ik ben pas op pagina tien. ___.'
If you are only on page 10, you have a lot of work left, so it's a 'long road'.
Match the phrase to the most likely situation.
Situation: A scientist working on a cure for a disease for 20 years.
Scientific research is a classic 'long road' metaphorical journey.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Ik moet veel studeren. Het is een ___ weg naar het examen.
Because 'weg' is a de-word, the adjective 'lang' gets an -e ending.
Choose the best option:
A 'better world' is a goal/process, not a physical location you can walk to.
A: 'Ben je bijna klaar met je boek?' B: 'Nee, ik ben pas op pagina tien. ___.'
If you are only on page 10, you have a lot of work left, so it's a 'long road'.
Situation: A scientist working on a cure for a disease for 20 years.
Scientific research is a classic 'long road' metaphorical journey.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문No, 'weg' is a de-word, so the adjective must be 'lange'.
Mostly yes, but 'weg' is more often used for physical roads than 'way' is in English.
Yes, figuratively: 'Het is een lange weg om dit boek uit te lezen.'
The opposite is 'Het is een korte weg' or 'Het is dichtbij' (It is nearby).
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
You can say that, but 'route' sounds more technical or planned. 'Weg' is more common.
Not necessarily. It implies effort, which can be seen as a positive challenge.
Yes, but usually through the metaphor of a road. 'Het is een lange weg naar 2030.'
In casual conversation about walking/cycling, 'een heel eind' is slightly more common.
Yes, that is also correct and means 'The road is long.'
관련 표현
De weg kwijt zijn
similarTo be lost (literally or figuratively).
Aan de weg timmeren
builds onTo be working hard and getting noticed.
De kortste weg
contrastThe shortest way/shortcut.
Op de goede weg zijn
similarTo be on the right track.
