A1
Expression
Neutral
Meaning
Apologizing.
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Cultural Background
Dutch people appreciate direct apologies. Don't over-explain; just apologize. In Belgium, apologies can be slightly more formal than in the North.
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Keep it simple
Don't overcomplicate your apology. 'Het spijt me' is enough.
Meaning
Apologizing.
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Keep it simple
Don't overcomplicate your apology. 'Het spijt me' is enough.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct phrase.
____ spijt me dat ik je stoor.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Het
The phrase is always 'Het spijt me'.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Fill in the correct phrase.
Fill Blank
A1
____ spijt me dat ik je stoor.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Het
The phrase is always 'Het spijt me'.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but 'Sorry' is more common.
Related Phrases
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Mijn excuses
synonymMy apologies
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