A1 Collocation Neutral

De rekening betalen.

To pay the bill.

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Meaning

Settling a debt or restaurant charge.

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Cultural Background

Dutch people are known for being direct. Asking for the bill is expected and not considered rude. In Belgium, service is often included, but the phrase remains the same.

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Be polite

Always add 'alstublieft' (please) to be polite.

Meaning

Settling a debt or restaurant charge.

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Be polite

Always add 'alstublieft' (please) to be polite.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct verb.

Ik wil graag de rekening ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: betalen

You pay the bill, you don't buy it.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the correct verb. Fill Blank A1

Ik wil graag de rekening ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: betalen

You pay the bill, you don't buy it.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but 'afrekenen' is more common.

Related Phrases

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Afrekenen

synonym

To settle up

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