المعنى
Starting well makes finishing easier.
خلفية ثقافية
The Dutch are famous for their 'agenda-cultuur'. Planning a coffee date weeks in advance is normal. This proverb provides the philosophical backing for such meticulous scheduling. In Flanders, you are more likely to hear 'Goed begonnen is half gewonnen'. It reflects a slightly more competitive or 'achievement-oriented' linguistic nuance compared to the Dutch focus on 'work'. In Suriname, Dutch proverbs are widely used alongside Sranan Tongo ones. This proverb is often used in educational settings to encourage students to take their studies seriously from day one. The Afrikaans equivalent 'Goed begin is half gewin' is very close to the Dutch/Flemish versions, showing the shared linguistic heritage and the value placed on a strong start in Boer culture.
The 'Halve' Rule
Always remember the -e at the end of 'halve'. It's the most common mistake for learners!
Don't shorten it too much
While 'Een goed begin...' is okay, saying just 'Halve werk' makes no sense.
المعنى
Starting well makes finishing easier.
The 'Halve' Rule
Always remember the -e at the end of 'halve'. It's the most common mistake for learners!
Don't shorten it too much
While 'Een goed begin...' is okay, saying just 'Halve werk' makes no sense.
Use it in Interviews
Dutch employers love this proverb. Use it to describe your work ethic or how you approach new projects.
اختبر نفسك
Vul het ontbrekende woord in.
Een goed begin is het ______ werk.
Because 'werk' is a 'het-word' and follows a definite article, the adjective 'half' must take the -e ending.
Welke situatie past het best bij het spreekwoord?
Wanneer zeg je: 'Een goed begin is het halve werk'?
The proverb is about the importance of a strong start and preparation.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: 'Ik heb al mijn spullen al klaargezet voor morgen.' B: 'Heel goed! ...'
This is the natural response to someone showing they are well-prepared.
Match de actie met het spreekwoord.
Je gaat een taart bakken en je zet alle ingrediënten alvast op het aanrecht.
Preparing ingredients is a 'good start' for baking.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينEen goed begin is het ______ werk.
Because 'werk' is a 'het-word' and follows a definite article, the adjective 'half' must take the -e ending.
Wanneer zeg je: 'Een goed begin is het halve werk'?
The proverb is about the importance of a strong start and preparation.
A: 'Ik heb al mijn spullen al klaargezet voor morgen.' B: 'Heel goed! ...'
This is the natural response to someone showing they are well-prepared.
Je gaat een taart bakken en je zet alle ingrediënten alvast op het aanrecht.
Preparing ingredients is a 'good start' for baking.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, that is not a real proverb. People might understand the joke, but it's not used.
Because 'werk' is a 'het-word' and it follows the definite article 'het'.
Yes, though 'Goed begonnen is half gewonnen' is more popular there.
Yes, it's often used humorously for very small tasks to show you are being organized.
No, it's a metaphor! You still have to do all the work, but it feels much easier.
There isn't a direct opposite proverb, but 'Haastige spoed is zelden goed' warns against a bad (rushed) start.
Absolutely. It's very common in work-related WhatsApp groups.
Yes, though often in a slightly ironic or 'productive' context.
It sounds like 'wairk'. Make sure to pronounce the 'r' clearly.
عبارات ذات صلة
Goed begonnen is half gewonnen
synonymWell begun is half won.
Bezin eer gij begint
builds onThink before you begin.
De kop is eraf
similarThe head is off.
Haastige spoed is zelden goed
contrastHaste is rarely good.
