Meaning
Walking for a significant distance.
Cultural Background
Walking is a core part of Dutch leisure, often called 'uitwaaien'. Similar to the Netherlands, Flemish people enjoy 'een flinke wandeling' in the Ardennes. Germans also value long walks, often referred to as 'Spaziergänge'. The concept of 'friluftsliv' (open-air living) is very similar to the Dutch 'flink wandelen'.
Use it for health
Dutch people often use this phrase to talk about their health routine.
Don't exaggerate
Only use 'flink' if the walk is actually long or intense.
Meaning
Walking for a significant distance.
Use it for health
Dutch people often use this phrase to talk about their health routine.
Don't exaggerate
Only use 'flink' if the walk is actually long or intense.
Combine with 'uitwaaien'
Say 'Ik ga even uitwaaien met een flinke wandeling' to sound very native.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the adjective.
Wij hebben een ______ wandeling gemaakt.
Because 'wandeling' is a de-word, the adjective needs an -e ending.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option:
The adjective 'flinke' correctly modifies the de-word 'wandeling'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Heb je zin om naar buiten te gaan?' B: 'Ja, laten we ______.'
The standard verb to use with 'wandeling' is 'maken'.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesWij hebben een ______ wandeling gemaakt.
Because 'wandeling' is a de-word, the adjective needs an -e ending.
Choose the best option:
The adjective 'flinke' correctly modifies the de-word 'wandeling'.
A: 'Heb je zin om naar buiten te gaan?' B: 'Ja, laten we ______.'
The standard verb to use with 'wandeling' is 'maken'.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsYes, 'flink' can mean 'big', 'strong', or 'good' in many contexts.
No, it's neutral and very common in daily life.
Because it's an adjective before a de-word noun.
No, that's grammatically incorrect. Use 'wandeling'.
Yes, but 'flinke' adds a sense of intensity.
Yes, it's a very popular leisure activity.
Usually at least an hour or several kilometers.
Only if the store is very far away!
Rarely, unless you are talking about team building.
You wouldn't call it a 'flinke wandeling' then!
No, it's used throughout the Netherlands and Flanders.
Yes, it's perfect for hiking.
Related Phrases
Een blokje om
contrastA short walk around the block.
Uitwaaien
builds onTo get fresh air in the wind.
Een stevige wandeling
synonymA sturdy walk.
Lekker wandelen
similarTo enjoy walking.
