المعنى
Used when an expected event is starting now.
خلفية ثقافية
The phrase is the unofficial slogan of the 'Elfstedentocht', the legendary 200km ice skating race. Because the weather rarely stays cold enough, the country waits for years, shouting 'Het is zover!' the moment the race is confirmed. In Flanders, the phrase is used similarly but sometimes with a slightly more formal tone in media. Flemish speakers might also use 'Het is zover' when a long-awaited cycling race like the 'Ronde van Vlaanderen' begins. Dutch meetings are known for being long and consensus-based (the Poldermodel). When a decision is finally reached after hours of debate, someone might sigh, 'Het is zover, we hebben een akkoord.' Birth cards (geboortekaartjes) are a huge tradition. A very common opening line on these cards is 'Het is zover!', followed by the baby's name and weight.
The 'Eindelijk' Boost
Always pair it with 'eindelijk' if you want to sound more native and express relief.
Spelling Matters
Auto-correct might try to split 'zover' into two words. Don't let it!
المعنى
Used when an expected event is starting now.
The 'Eindelijk' Boost
Always pair it with 'eindelijk' if you want to sound more native and express relief.
Spelling Matters
Auto-correct might try to split 'zover' into two words. Don't let it!
Sinterklaas Context
In December, you will hear children say this constantly as they wait for 'Pakjesavond'.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing words to complete the announcement.
Eindelijk ___ ___ ______, we gaan op vakantie!
Because 'Eindelijk' starts the sentence, the verb 'is' must come before the subject 'het' (inversion).
Match the situation to the most likely use of 'Het is zover'.
Which situation fits best?
A race has a clear build-up and anticipation, making it perfect for 'Het is zover'.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: Heb je je koffers al gepakt? B: Ja, ik ben klaar. Morgen om 8 uur ____.
The speaker is talking about the big moment of departure they have been preparing for.
Choose the correct spelling for the temporal expression.
Ik ben zo blij dat ___ nu ___ is.
In the temporal idiom, 'zover' is written as one word.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينEindelijk ___ ___ ______, we gaan op vakantie!
Because 'Eindelijk' starts the sentence, the verb 'is' must come before the subject 'het' (inversion).
Which situation fits best?
A race has a clear build-up and anticipation, making it perfect for 'Het is zover'.
A: Heb je je koffers al gepakt? B: Ja, ik ben klaar. Morgen om 8 uur ____.
The speaker is talking about the big moment of departure they have been preparing for.
Ik ben zo blij dat ___ nu ___ is.
In the temporal idiom, 'zover' is written as one word.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, that sounds unnatural. Stick to 'Het is zover'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
On its own, it usually means 'ready' or 'that far'.
Yes, like 'Het is zover, de oorlog is begonnen.'
Use 'Het is bijna zover.'
Yes: 'Het was zover.'
Usually a colon (:) is used if you explain what is happening next.
Yes, it is perfectly standard in Flemish Dutch.
Only if the surprise was expected to happen at some point.
Because you have traveled a 'far' distance in time to get there.
عبارات ذات صلة
Het is tijd
similarIt is time (on the clock)
Eindelijk
builds onFinally
Het moment suprême
specialized formThe ultimate moment
Zover zijn
similarTo be ready
Daar gaan we
synonymHere we go
