Meaning
Giving a positive assessment of something.
Cultural Background
Dutch people appreciate direct feedback. Using this phrase shows you are engaged and positive. In Flanders, people might use 'Dat is heel goed' slightly more often than 'erg', though both are perfectly understood.
The G-Sound
The Dutch 'g' is tricky. Practice it by making a soft snoring sound in the back of your throat.
Don't drop the 'goed'
If you say 'Dat is erg', you are saying 'That is terrible'. Always include 'goed'.
Meaning
Giving a positive assessment of something.
The G-Sound
The Dutch 'g' is tricky. Practice it by making a soft snoring sound in the back of your throat.
Don't drop the 'goed'
If you say 'Dat is erg', you are saying 'That is terrible'. Always include 'goed'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Dat is erg ____.
Goed is the standard adjective for 'good'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
Dutch follows SVO order.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ik heb mijn examen gehaald! B: ____!
This is a positive response to good news.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match 'Dat is erg goed'.
Direct translation.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDat is erg ____.
Goed is the standard adjective for 'good'.
Choose the best option.
Dutch follows SVO order.
A: Ik heb mijn examen gehaald! B: ____!
This is a positive response to good news.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Direct translation.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails.
No, 'erg' can mean 'terrible' if used alone or with negative adjectives.
They are synonyms in this context. 'Heel' is slightly more common in some regions.
It is neutral. It works in both formal and informal settings.
Yes, this is a very common way to praise someone's specific action.
It is a voiceless velar fricative. Imagine a soft 'h' mixed with a 'k'.
Related Phrases
Dat is prima
synonymThat is fine/great
Dat is geweldig
similarThat is amazing
Dat is mooi
similarThat is nice/beautiful
