Signification
Positive information received.
Contexte culturel
The Dutch often use 'Goed nieuws' as a way to balance their directness. If they have to give bad news, they will often look for a 'goed nieuws' point to end on. In Flanders, 'Goed nieuws' is used similarly, but you might also hear 'Goe nieuws' in informal spoken language, dropping the 'd'. In Surinamese Dutch, 'Goed nieuws' is often delivered with more vocal enthusiasm and might be followed by 'Gudu' (sweetheart/dear). In Dutch corporate culture, 'Goed nieuws' is expected to be backed by facts. Just saying it isn't enough; you must immediately follow with the 'why'.
The 'Wat een' Trick
To sound like a native, always use 'Wat een goed nieuws!' when reacting to someone. It sounds much more natural than just 'Goed nieuws'.
No 'Een'!
Remember: 'Nieuws' is like 'Water'. You don't say 'a water', so don't say 'a news'.
Signification
Positive information received.
The 'Wat een' Trick
To sound like a native, always use 'Wat een goed nieuws!' when reacting to someone. It sounds much more natural than just 'Goed nieuws'.
No 'Een'!
Remember: 'Nieuws' is like 'Water'. You don't say 'a water', so don't say 'a news'.
Business Emails
Start your positive emails with 'Ik heb goed nieuws'. It immediately sets a positive tone and makes the reader more receptive.
Sincerity
Dutch people value sincerity. When you say 'Goed nieuws', make sure your facial expression matches; otherwise, it might be taken as sarcasm.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Ik heb ___ nieuws: we gaan morgen naar het strand!
Because 'nieuws' is a neuter noun without an article, the adjective 'goed' does not get an -e.
Which reaction is most natural when a friend says they passed their exam?
Vriend: 'Ik ben geslaagd!' Jij: '...'
'Wat een goed nieuws!' is the standard idiomatic exclamation for this situation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Heb je de uitslag al? B: Ja, ik heb ___. Alles is in orde.
The phrase 'goed nieuws' acts as the object of the sentence here.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A news anchor introducing a story about a new park.
News anchors use this transition to move to positive stories.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Adjective Endings with Nieuws
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIk heb ___ nieuws: we gaan morgen naar het strand!
Because 'nieuws' is a neuter noun without an article, the adjective 'goed' does not get an -e.
Vriend: 'Ik ben geslaagd!' Jij: '...'
'Wat een goed nieuws!' is the standard idiomatic exclamation for this situation.
A: Heb je de uitslag al? B: Ja, ik heb ___. Alles is in orde.
The phrase 'goed nieuws' acts as the object of the sentence here.
Situation: A news anchor introducing a story about a new park.
News anchors use this transition to move to positive stories.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsBecause 'nieuws' is a neuter noun (het-word) and there is no article (like 'het' or 'een') before it. In this case, the adjective doesn't get an -e.
No, 'nieuws' is uncountable. You should say 'Ik heb goed nieuws' or 'Ik heb een goed bericht'.
It is neutral. You can use it in any situation, from a business meeting to a chat with a friend.
The opposite is 'slecht nieuws' (bad news).
The most common way is 'Wat een goed nieuws!' or 'Wat een geweldig nieuws!'.
No, 'nieuws' is always singular in Dutch.
Yes, 'bericht' is a specific message or report, while 'nieuws' is the information itself.
Yes, but be careful with your tone. It's less common than in English.
It's a proverb meaning 'No news is good news'.
It's a soft, scratchy sound in the back of your throat, similar to the 'ch' in 'Loch Ness'.
Yes, it is always 'het nieuws'.
Yes, 'leuk nieuws' is very common and sounds a bit more casual and 'fun' than 'goed nieuws'.
Expressions liées
Slecht nieuws
contrastBad news
Geen nieuws, goed nieuws
builds onNo news is good news
Een heuglijk feit
specialized formA joyful fact/event
Blij bericht
similarHappy message
Positieve ontwikkeling
specialized formPositive development
