redelijk
Fair or moderate
예시
Het weer is vandaag redelijk goed.
The weather is reasonably good today.
Ze spreekt redelijk Engels.
She speaks fair English.
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The word 'redelijk' is versatile and can be used as an adjective or an adverb. As an adjective, it means 'fair,' 'reasonable,' or 'moderate,' as in 'een redelijke prijs' (a reasonable price) or 'een redelijke inschatting' (a fair assessment). As an adverb, it translates to 'fairly,' 'moderately,' or 'quite,' modifying another adjective or verb, such as 'redelijk goed' (fairly good), 'redelijk koud' (quite cold), or 'ik voel me redelijk' (I feel reasonably well). It’s important to note that 'redelijk' rarely implies enthusiasm or exceptional quality; instead, it conveys a sense of adequacy, sufficiency, or being 'just right' without being outstanding. It can also be used to mitigate a statement, making it sound less absolute or more nuanced. For example, 'Het is redelijk moeilijk' (It's reasonably difficult) is less emphatic than 'Het is moeilijk' (It's difficult).
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A common mistake is confusing 'redelijk' with English 'really.' While both can imply a degree, 'redelijk' specifically means fair, moderate, or reasonable, whereas 'really' is an intensifier meaning truly or very. For instance, 'Het weer is redelijk' means 'The weather is fair/moderate,' not 'The weather is really.' Another mistake is using it as a direct synonym for 'good' or 'excellent.' 'Redelijk' implies satisfactory but not outstanding performance or quality. For example, if a student's grades are 'redelijk,' it means they are acceptable but not top-tier. It can also be misused when trying to express 'quite' or 'rather' in an informal sense; while 'redelijk' can sometimes translate this way, it's more formal and implies a more objective assessment of 'fairness' or 'moderation' compared to more colloquial Dutch terms. Ensure the context truly calls for a sense of 'reasonableness' or 'adequacy' rather than simple intensification or high praise.
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Nuance in Meaning
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어원
From Middle Dutch 'redelic', from 'rede' (reason) + '-lic' (-ly).
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In Dutch culture, 'redelijk' (fair or moderate) often reflects a pragmatic and understated approach. The Netherlands is known for its consensus-driven society and a value placed on reasonableness and a balanced perspective. When something is described as 'redelijk,' it suggests it meets a satisfactory, acceptable, or average standard, rather than being exceptionally good or bad. It can be a compliment in a subtle way, indicating that something is good enough and avoids extremes. It also aligns with the Dutch concept of 'doe normaal,' which encourages modesty and shies away from exaggeration. Therefore, a 'redelijk' price, meal, or performance is generally well-received as fitting within societal expectations of quality and value without being ostentatious.
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Visualize a 'red' (rood in Dutch) apple that is only 'lijk' (like) or 'ish' — so it's not perfectly red, just 'reddish' or 'fair/moderate.'
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4 질문셀프 테스트
De prijs van het boek is ___.
Hij heeft een ___ cijfer gehaald voor zijn examen.
Het weer is vandaag ___.
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2 / 2Het weer is vandaag redelijk goed.
The weather is reasonably good today.
Ze spreekt redelijk Engels.
She speaks fair English.
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general 관련 단어
aanbevelen
B1To suggest something as a good choice.
aandacht
B1Focus or notice directed towards someone or something.
aandachtig
B1Paying close attention
aandrang
B1Urgent pressure or request.
aandringend
B1Persistent and urgent.
aanduiden
B1To be a sign of or to indicate.
aanduiding
B1A sign or mark indicating something.
aaneensluiten
B2To join or connect together.
aangeven
B1To point out or indicate.
aangezien
B2Given that or because