Meaning
Agreeing to a suggestion.
Cultural Background
Dutch people are known for being direct. This phrase is a staple of their efficient communication style. In Flanders, you might hear 'Dat klinkt goed' just as often, but it is sometimes paired with a slightly more polite tone. In Dutch business, this phrase is used to signal consensus quickly without wasting time.
Keep it short
You don't need to add anything else. 'Dat klinkt goed' is a complete sentence.
Use it in texts
It is very common in WhatsApp and email to show you are on board.
Meaning
Agreeing to a suggestion.
Keep it short
You don't need to add anything else. 'Dat klinkt goed' is a complete sentence.
Use it in texts
It is very common in WhatsApp and email to show you are on board.
Don't overthink
Dutch speakers love this phrase because it is efficient. Use it often!
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb.
Dat ______ goed!
Dat is singular, so we use the third-person singular form.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best response to 'Zullen we gaan zwemmen?'
The adjective 'goed' does not take an 'e' ending here.
Match the Dutch phrase to the English meaning.
Dat klinkt goed
Literal and figurative meaning match.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Ik stel voor om morgen te vergaderen.' B: '______'
It is the only logical agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDat ______ goed!
Dat is singular, so we use the third-person singular form.
Choose the best response to 'Zullen we gaan zwemmen?'
The adjective 'goed' does not take an 'e' ending here.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Literal and figurative meaning match.
A: 'Ik stel voor om morgen te vergaderen.' B: '______'
It is the only logical agreement.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails.
It is neutral. It works in both casual and professional settings.
Because 'dat' is singular.
Yes, adding 'heel' (very) makes it more enthusiastic.
Don't use this phrase! Say 'Dat klinkt niet zo goed' or 'Ik weet het niet'.
Yes, it is standard Dutch used throughout the Netherlands and Flanders.
Yes, 'Dat klinkt als een goede film' (That sounds like a good movie).
No, it is a literal expression.
Related Phrases
Dat klinkt prima
synonymThat sounds fine/great
Dat lijkt me goed
similarThat seems good to me
Dat is goed
similarThat is good
