Signification
Expressing a desire to rest.
Contexte culturel
Dutch people value their sleep and routine. It is common to announce when you are going to bed. Similar to the Netherlands, but sometimes even more indirect in social settings. In many cultures, announcing you are going to sleep is seen as a sign of respect to the host.
The 'Graag' Rule
Always use 'graag' when you want something. It is the magic word for politeness in Dutch.
Social Exit
Using this phrase is a socially acceptable way to leave a conversation without offending anyone.
Signification
Expressing a desire to rest.
The 'Graag' Rule
Always use 'graag' when you want something. It is the magic word for politeness in Dutch.
Social Exit
Using this phrase is a socially acceptable way to leave a conversation without offending anyone.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Ik wil ______ slapen.
'Graag' is the adverb used to express a polite desire.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct word order.
Subject + Modal + Adverb + Infinitive is the standard order.
Match the Dutch to English.
Match: Ik wil graag slapen.
The phrase translates to a polite desire to sleep.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Het is laat. B: _____
It is the only logical response to it being late.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIk wil ______ slapen.
'Graag' is the adverb used to express a polite desire.
Choose the correct word order.
Subject + Modal + Adverb + Infinitive is the standard order.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
The phrase translates to a polite desire to sleep.
A: Het is laat. B: _____
It is the only logical response to it being late.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsYes, it can sound like a command. Always add 'graag'.
Only if you are very close or on a trip together.
It means 'gladly' or 'with pleasure'.
Yes, it is a regular verb.
Use 'Welterusten'.
Yes, that is also very common and polite.
Expressions liées
Ik ga naar bed
similarI am going to bed
Welterusten
builds onGoodnight
Ik ben moe
similarI am tired
