Meaning
The act of composing written correspondence.
Cultural Background
Letters to the 'gemeente' (municipality) are very common for official requests. Formal letters often use 'Geachte' as a salutation. Handwritten letters are seen as very personal and thoughtful.
Use a pen
When learning, write the phrase by hand to memorize it better.
Formal tone
Always use 'u' when writing formal letters.
Meaning
The act of composing written correspondence.
Use a pen
When learning, write the phrase by hand to memorize it better.
Formal tone
Always use 'u' when writing formal letters.
Directness
Dutch letters are usually very direct.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct verb.
Ik ____ een brief.
You write a letter.
Which is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
Standard SVO order.
Match the verb to the noun.
Match: schrijven - brief
These two words form a natural collocation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Wat doe je? B: Ik ____ een brief.
The context implies writing.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIk ____ een brief.
You write a letter.
Choose the correct sentence.
Standard SVO order.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These two words form a natural collocation.
A: Wat doe je? B: Ik ____ een brief.
The context implies writing.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsYes, but 'een mail sturen' is more common.
It is 'de brief', so it is masculine/feminine (common gender).
De brieven.
It can be both formal and informal.
Ik heb een brief geschreven.
Yes, 'een boek schrijven'.
Yes, especially for government contact.
Don't worry, people will still understand you.
Related Phrases
Een brief sturen
similarTo send a letter
Een brief opstellen
specialized formTo draft a letter
Een briefje schrijven
similarTo write a short note
