Meaning
Looking at similarities or differences.
Cultural Background
Dutch people value transparency. Making a comparison is a way to show you have considered all facts before deciding. Similar to the Netherlands, Flemish speakers use this phrase in professional settings to show thoroughness. In global business, Dutch professionals are known for this analytical approach. Using this phrase helps you fit into that culture. In universities, students are taught to 'make a comparison' as part of their critical thinking training.
Use 'tussen'
Always use 'tussen' (between) when comparing two specific things.
Be precise
Saying 'Ik maak een vergelijking' shows you are a thoughtful person.
Meaning
Looking at similarities or differences.
Use 'tussen'
Always use 'tussen' (between) when comparing two specific things.
Be precise
Saying 'Ik maak een vergelijking' shows you are a thoughtful person.
Don't overdo it
Don't use it for small, unimportant things.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct verb.
Ik moet een vergelijking __________ tussen de twee auto's.
The standard collocation is 'een vergelijking maken'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best sentence.
Only 'maken' is the correct verb for this collocation.
Match the Dutch phrase with the English meaning.
Match: 'een vergelijking maken'
The phrase means to compare two things.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Welke laptop is beter?' B: 'Ik ga __________ tussen deze twee.'
The context is comparing two laptops, so 'een vergelijking maken' is the logical choice.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIk moet een vergelijking __________ tussen de twee auto's.
The standard collocation is 'een vergelijking maken'.
Choose the best sentence.
Only 'maken' is the correct verb for this collocation.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase means to compare two things.
A: 'Welke laptop is beter?' B: 'Ik ga __________ tussen deze twee.'
The context is comparing two laptops, so 'een vergelijking maken' is the logical choice.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsIt is neutral. It works in both business and casual settings.
No, 'maken' is the correct verb here.
You can still use 'een vergelijking maken'.
Yes, you can just use the verb 'vergelijken'.
You can use both, but 'een' is used when you are starting the process.
Yes, it is very common in professional emails.
Yes, if you are comparing two options for a date.
Yes, it is a very natural collocation.
Remembering to use 'maken' instead of 'doen'.
No, it is standard in all Dutch-speaking regions.
Yes, but be careful as it can sound judgmental.
Yes, journalists often use it to compare statistics.
Related Phrases
vergelijken met
synonymto compare with
het verschil zien
similarto see the difference
een afweging maken
builds onto make a trade-off/weighing
op een rijtje zetten
similarto list things out
