Meaning
Expressing regret or disappointment.
Cultural Background
The Dutch appreciate directness. Using 'Dat is erg jammer' is seen as honest and polite, not rude. Belgians might use 'spijtig' more often than 'jammer' in formal contexts.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything else to this phrase to be polite.
Meaning
Expressing regret or disappointment.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything else to this phrase to be polite.
Test Yourself
Choose the best response to 'I lost my keys'.
I lost my keys.
It is the only option that expresses empathy for a negative situation.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI lost my keys.
It is the only option that expresses empathy for a negative situation.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is perfectly polite for professional settings.
Related Phrases
Wat jammer
synonymHow unfortunate
Helaas
similarUnfortunately
