Meaning
Remember something well.
Cultural Background
Dutch people appreciate directness. This phrase is a polite way to give advice without sounding too aggressive. The phrase is used similarly in Flanders, though sometimes 'achter de oren' is preferred. In a professional setting, it is used to emphasize key takeaways from a meeting. It is a classic phrase used by parents to ensure children listen to instructions.
Use it for emphasis
Only use this when the information is truly important. If you use it for everything, it loses its impact.
Don't be patronizing
Be careful when using this with people who are older or in a higher position than you.
Meaning
Remember something well.
Use it for emphasis
Only use this when the information is truly important. If you use it for everything, it loses its impact.
Don't be patronizing
Be careful when using this with people who are older or in a higher position than you.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct word.
Knoop dit in je ____.
The idiom is 'in je oren knopen'.
What does this phrase mean?
Knoop dit in je oren.
It is a figurative way to say remember something important.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Vergeet niet je jas mee te nemen.' B: 'Oké, ik ___.'
This is the correct idiomatic response.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesKnoop dit in je ____.
The idiom is 'in je oren knopen'.
Knoop dit in je oren.
It is a figurative way to say remember something important.
A: 'Vergeet niet je jas mee te nemen.' B: 'Oké, ik ___.'
This is the correct idiomatic response.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is better to use it in spoken conversation. In emails, 'neem dit ter harte' is more professional.
It can be if you say it to someone who doesn't like being told what to do. Use it with care.
Related Phrases
Iets achter de oren knopen
similarKeep something in the back of your mind.
Iets in de knoop zitten
contrastTo be confused.
