Meaning
Dismissing something as untrue.
Cultural Background
Dutch people value directness. 'Dat is onzin' is a standard way to keep a conversation efficient. Belgians might use 'Dat is zever' instead of 'onzin'.
Keep it short
Don't add extra words. 'Dat is onzin' is powerful on its own.
Meaning
Dismissing something as untrue.
Keep it short
Don't add extra words. 'Dat is onzin' is powerful on its own.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct way to say 'That is nonsense'?
Dat is ___.
Onzin is uncountable.
Complete the sentence.
Hij zegt dat de aarde plat is. Dat is ___.
The claim is false, so it is nonsense.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesDat is ___.
Onzin is uncountable.
Hij zegt dat de aarde plat is. Dat is ___.
The claim is false, so it is nonsense.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be, depending on your tone. Keep it neutral.
Related Phrases
Dat slaat nergens op
synonymThat makes no sense.
Wat een onzin
similarWhat nonsense!
