A1 Expression Neutral

Dat is geen probleem.

That is no problem.

Meaning

Reassuring someone.

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Cultural Background

Dutch people are very direct. This phrase is a perfect example of their 'no-nonsense' approach to life. Flemish speakers are slightly more formal. They might prefer 'Geen moeite' over 'Geen probleem'. In international Dutch offices, this phrase is used to signal that you are a team player.

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Keep it short

You can just say 'Geen probleem' to sound more natural.

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Don't over-apologize

If you say 'Dat is geen probleem' too much, it loses its sincerity.

Meaning

Reassuring someone.

💡

Keep it short

You can just say 'Geen probleem' to sound more natural.

⚠️

Don't over-apologize

If you say 'Dat is geen probleem' too much, it loses its sincerity.

Test Yourself

Fill in the missing word.

Dat is ____ probleem.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: geen

'Geen' is the correct negator for nouns.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the missing word. Fill Blank A1

Dat is ____ probleem.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: geen

'Geen' is the correct negator for nouns.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

No, it is very common and polite.

Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in a professional setting.

Related Phrases

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Geen moeite

synonym

No effort

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Graag gedaan

similar

You're welcome

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Dat geeft niet

similar

That doesn't matter

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