Meaning
Expressing one's thoughts.
Cultural Background
Directness is valued. Giving an opinion is seen as being helpful. Slightly more reserved than the Netherlands, but still values input. Opinions must be supported by evidence. Giving an opinion is a sign of engagement.
Be direct
Don't be afraid to use this phrase. Dutch people appreciate directness.
Don't use 'van'
Always use 'over' when talking about the topic of your opinion.
Meaning
Expressing one's thoughts.
Be direct
Don't be afraid to use this phrase. Dutch people appreciate directness.
Don't use 'van'
Always use 'over' when talking about the topic of your opinion.
Add a reason
Always follow up your opinion with 'omdat...' (because).
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct verb.
Ik ____ mijn mening over de film.
The standard collocation is 'een mening geven'.
Choose the correct preposition.
Ik geef mijn mening ____ dit boek.
We use 'over' to indicate the subject of the opinion.
Match the Dutch phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 'Ik geef mijn mening'
The phrase literally translates to 'I give my opinion'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Wat vind je van het voorstel? B: ____.
This is the most natural way to respond.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIk ____ mijn mening over de film.
The standard collocation is 'een mening geven'.
Ik geef mijn mening ____ dit boek.
We use 'over' to indicate the subject of the opinion.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase literally translates to 'I give my opinion'.
A: Wat vind je van het voorstel? B: ____.
This is the most natural way to respond.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsNo, in the Netherlands it is expected.
You can, but 'geven' is the standard collocation.
Use 'Ik wens mijn mening te uiten'.
You can say 'Ik heb er geen mening over'.
Yes, it takes 'de'.
Yes, it is perfectly fine in professional emails.
'Vinden' is the verb for 'to think/find', 'mening geven' is the noun phrase for 'to give an opinion'.
Yes, it's very common.
Yes, it shows you have a critical mind.
Yes, 'meningen'.
Yes, very often.
Say 'Wat is jouw mening?'
Related Phrases
Een mening hebben
similarTo have an opinion
Naar mijn mening
builds onIn my opinion
Een standpunt innemen
specialized formTo take a stance
Je mening uiten
synonymTo express your opinion
