Meaning
Being very nervous or impatient.
Cultural Background
Dutch people are known for being direct. This phrase is a socially acceptable way to express that you are bothered by a delay. The phrase is used identically in Flanders, though the tone might be slightly softer.
Use it with 'totdat'
Combine it with 'totdat' (until) to explain what you are waiting for.
Meaning
Being very nervous or impatient.
Use it with 'totdat'
Combine it with 'totdat' (until) to explain what you are waiting for.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct verb.
Ik ___ op hete kolen.
The idiom is 'op hete kolen zitten'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesIk ___ op hete kolen.
The idiom is 'op hete kolen zitten'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it shows you are eager and invested in the outcome.
Related Phrases
Zenuwachtig zijn
synonymTo be nervous
Op het puntje van mijn stoel
similarOn the edge of my seat
