A2 Collocation Neutral

Een zware tas

A heavy bag

Meaning

Weighty luggage.

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Cultural Background

Cycling culture makes 'zware tas' a common phrase for commuters. Similar to the Netherlands, but often used when traveling by train. Used in the same way, often referring to market goods. Used for luggage when traveling between islands.

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Adjective inflection

Always remember to add the -e to 'zwaar' when it is followed by a noun.

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Don't use 'moeilijk'

Avoid using 'moeilijk' for physical weight, as it sounds like the bag is mentally challenging.

Meaning

Weighty luggage.

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Adjective inflection

Always remember to add the -e to 'zwaar' when it is followed by a noun.

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Don't use 'moeilijk'

Avoid using 'moeilijk' for physical weight, as it sounds like the bag is mentally challenging.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct adjective form.

Dit is een ______ tas.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: zware

Because 'tas' is a de-word, the adjective 'zwaar' needs an -e.

Which sentence is correct?

Choose the best option.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ik heb een zware tas.

Correct adjective inflection and article usage.

Match the Dutch word to the English meaning.

Match: zwaar, tas, tillen, dragen

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: zwaar-heavy, tas-bag, tillen-lift, dragen-carry

Basic vocabulary matching.

🎉 Score: /3

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

3 exercises
Fill in the correct adjective form. Fill Blank A2

Dit is een ______ tas.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: zware

Because 'tas' is a de-word, the adjective 'zwaar' needs an -e.

Which sentence is correct? Choose A2

Choose the best option.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ik heb een zware tas.

Correct adjective inflection and article usage.

Match the Dutch word to the English meaning. Match A1

Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: zwaar-heavy, tas-bag, tillen-lift, dragen-carry

Basic vocabulary matching.

🎉 Score: /3

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Yes, it works for any type of bag.

No, it is a neutral observation.

Related Phrases

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Loodzware tas

specialized form

Extremely heavy bag

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Tas vol

similar

Bag full

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Zware koffer

similar

Heavy suitcase

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Zware last

contrast

Heavy burden

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