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Commenting on sunny or pleasant weather.
문화적 배경
The 'Terrasjes-index' is an informal measure of how many people are sitting outside. 'Prachtig weer' is the only requirement for a high index. Flemish people use the phrase similarly but might favor 'Het is schoon weer' more often than 'prachtig'. Dutch people living in sunny climates (like Spain) often use this phrase ironically to remind themselves why they left the Netherlands. It is common for Dutch bosses to allow employees to leave early or work outside if 'het weer prachtig is', emphasizing work-life balance.
The 'Hè' Factor
Always add 'hè?' at the end if you want a response. It turns a statement into a conversation.
Don't overdo it
If you say it every 5 minutes, you'll sound like a broken record. Once per encounter is enough!
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Commenting on sunny or pleasant weather.
The 'Hè' Factor
Always add 'hè?' at the end if you want a response. It turns a statement into a conversation.
Don't overdo it
If you say it every 5 minutes, you'll sound like a broken record. Once per encounter is enough!
The Terrace Rule
If you say this to a friend, be prepared to go to a terrace. It's an unwritten rule.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word.
Het ____ is prachtig.
'Weer' is the Dutch word for weather.
Which sentence is the most natural way to comment on a sunny day?
You are at a cafe and want to talk to the person next to you.
Adding 'hè?' makes it a natural social invitation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Wat een grijze dag gisteren, toch? B: Ja, maar kijk nu eens! ________
The speaker is contrasting yesterday's grey weather with today's good weather.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Het weer is prachtig'?
The phrase is used for pleasant, clear weather.
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시각 학습 자료
Mooi vs Prachtig
Weather Essentials
Nouns
- • De zon
- • De regen
- • De wind
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Het ____ is prachtig.
'Weer' is the Dutch word for weather.
You are at a cafe and want to talk to the person next to you.
Adding 'hè?' makes it a natural social invitation.
A: Wat een grijze dag gisteren, toch? B: Ja, maar kijk nu eens! ________
The speaker is contrasting yesterday's grey weather with today's good weather.
When would you say 'Het weer is prachtig'?
The phrase is used for pleasant, clear weather.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, but 'prachtig' is more enthusiastic and sounds more like a native speaker enjoying a rare sunny day.
It is always 'Het weer'. 'Weer' is a neuter noun.
Yes! If the snow is fresh and the sun is out, it is definitely 'prachtig weer'.
'Prachtig' describes the visual beauty, while 'heerlijk' describes how the weather feels on your skin.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
A simple 'Ja, heerlijk hè?' or 'Zeker, echt genieten!' is perfect.
Yes, this is a more poetic or emphatic word order, often used when looking out a window.
Yes, it's the diminutive of 'weer'. It's used to make the weather sound more 'gezellig'.
Because it changes every 15 minutes! It's the most reliable thing to talk about when you have nothing else to say.
Yes, you can say 'Je ziet er prachtig uit' (You look beautiful), but it's very strong.
관련 표현
Het zonnetje schijnt
similarThe sun is shining
Lekker weertje
informalNice little weather
Het is hondenweer
contrastIt's dog weather (terrible weather)
Stralend weer
specialized formRadiant weather
