A1 Expression Neutral

Wat jammer.

What a pity.

Practice it

Meaning

Expressing disappointment.

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Cultural Background

Dutch people are known for being direct. 'Wat jammer' is a polite way to be direct about disappointment. Flemish speakers might also use 'Wat spijtig' more frequently than in the Netherlands.

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Keep it short

You don't need to add much after 'Wat jammer'. It's a complete thought.

Meaning

Expressing disappointment.

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Keep it short

You don't need to add much after 'Wat jammer'. It's a complete thought.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

De trein is weg. ___ jammer!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Wat

The phrase is 'Wat jammer'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

De trein is weg. ___ jammer!

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Wat

The phrase is 'Wat jammer'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is polite and professional.

Related Phrases

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Dat is jammer

similar

That is a shame

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Wat spijtig

synonym

What a pity

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