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B2 noun 7 min de leitura

demonstratie

Pratique Exemplos Notas e dicas demonstratie em 30 segundos

Explicação demonstratie in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know 'demonstratie' in the context of showing something. Imagine you are in a shop and someone shows you how a toy works. That is a 'demonstratie'. It is a long word, but it looks like the English 'demonstration'. You might hear: 'Kijk, een demonstratie!' (Look, a demonstration!). At this level, don't worry about politics. Just think of it as 'showing' something. It is a 'de-woord' (de demonstratie). If you go to a market, you might see a man giving a 'demonstratie' of a vegetable peeler. You can say: 'Ik zie de demonstratie.' (I see the demonstration). The word is formal, but very common in shops. Remember the 'tie' sound is like 'tsie'. Practice saying 'de-mon-stra-tsie'. It has four parts. A1 learners should focus on the 'showing' meaning because it is more relevant to daily life shopping and basic interactions.

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'demonstratie' for simple social events. You might see on the news that people are unhappy and they 'houden een demonstratie' (hold a demonstration). You can understand sentences like: 'Er is een demonstratie in de stad.' (There is a demonstration in the city). You should also know that you can 'geven' (give) a demonstration. For example: 'De leraar geeft een demonstratie.' (The teacher gives a demonstration). At this level, you begin to see the word in newspapers or hear it on the radio. It is important to know that it is a feminine noun, so we use 'de' and 'haar' (though 'zijn' is often used in modern speech). You can also use the plural: 'Er zijn veel demonstraties.' (There are many demonstrations). You might also learn the short word 'demo', which is used for music or software. 'Ik heb een demo van het spel.' (I have a demo of the game).

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By B1, you should be able to use 'demonstratie' in more complex sentences and understand its role in Dutch society. You can describe why people are demonstrating: 'De demonstratie is tegen de hoge prijzen.' (The demonstration is against the high prices). You also learn related verbs like 'organiseren' (to organize) and 'deelnemen aan' (to participate in). You should be able to read a short news article about a 'vreedzame demonstratie' (peaceful demonstration). At this level, you also use it in work contexts. 'Morgen hebben we een demonstratie van de nieuwe machine.' (Tomorrow we have a demonstration of the new machine). You understand that 'demonstratie' implies a public or group setting. You can distinguish between a 'presentatie' (giving information) and a 'demonstratie' (showing how it works). You also start to use compound words like 'demonstratiemodel' (a product used for display).

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At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'demonstratie' fluently in political and professional discussions. You understand the nuances between 'demonstratie', 'betoging', and 'manifestatie'. You can talk about the 'recht op demonstratie' (right to demonstrate) as a fundamental right in a democracy. You can use adjectives to describe the atmosphere: 'De demonstratie verliep grimmig' (The demonstration turned hostile) or 'Het was een massale demonstratie' (It was a massive demonstration). You also use it in abstract ways, such as 'een demonstratie van macht' (a demonstration of power). In a professional setting, you can lead a 'productdemonstratie' and answer questions about it. You are aware of the legal aspects, such as needing a 'vergunning' (permit) or the role of the 'burgemeester' (mayor) in 'het verbieden van een demonstratie' (banning a demonstration). Your vocabulary includes words like 'spandoeken' (banners) and 'leuzen' (slogans) used during a demonstratie.

At the C1 level, you use 'demonstratie' with precision in academic or high-level professional contexts. You can analyze the effectiveness of a 'demonstratie' as a political tool. You might discuss the 'vrijheid van meningsuiting' (freedom of speech) in relation to 'demonstratievrijheid'. You use complex sentence structures: 'Ondanks de vreedzame aard van de demonstratie, besloot de ME in te grijpen.' (Despite the peaceful nature of the demonstration, the riot police decided to intervene). You understand the historical context of famous 'demonstraties' in the Netherlands, such as the 1981 anti-nuclear protest in Amsterdam. You can use the word in specialized fields like 'demonstratie-effect' in economics or sociology. Your pronunciation is perfect, especially the 'tie' ending, and you can switch between 'demonstratie' and its synonyms to avoid repetition in long essays or speeches. You also understand the legal nuances of 'kennisgevingsplicht' (duty to notify) for organizing a demonstratie.

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At the C2 level, 'demonstratie' is a tool for subtle and sophisticated communication. You can use it in philosophical debates about the nature of public space and dissent. You might write an editorial about the 'erosie van het demonstratierecht' (erosion of the right to demonstrate). You can use the word in highly metaphorical ways, discussing a 'demonstratie van intellectuele superioriteit' or a 'demonstratie van artistieke genialiteit'. You are familiar with rare collocations and can play with the word's dual meanings (protest vs. display) for rhetorical effect. You understand the sociolinguistic differences in how the word is used in the Netherlands versus Flanders. You can critique a 'demonstratie' not just for its content, but for its 'symbolische waarde' (symbolic value) and its impact on 'de publieke opinie'. Your mastery allows you to use the word in any register, from a heated street debate to a formal legal brief regarding 'openbare orde en veiligheid'.

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Pratique Exemplos Notas e dicas

demonstratie em 30 segundos

A public meeting (protest) to show support or opposition to a cause or policy.
A practical showing of how a product, machine, or software works for an audience.
A fundamental constitutional right in the Netherlands used frequently for civic engagement.
Commonly paired with verbs like 'houden' (for protests) or 'geven' (for displays).

The Dutch word demonstratie is a versatile noun that English speakers will find familiar, yet it carries specific nuances in the Low Countries. At its core, it refers to an act of showing, proving, or making something clear to others. However, in daily Dutch life, it almost always falls into one of two primary categories: a political or social protest, or a technical display of how a product or process works. When you hear it on the news (het journaal), it usually refers to a gathering of people expressing a collective opinion. In a commercial context, it refers to a 'demo' of a new gadget or software.

Public Protest: This is a manifestation where a group of people gathers in public to express their support for or opposition to a particular cause, policy, or event. In the Netherlands, the Malieveld in The Hague is the most iconic location for such events.

Er was gisteren een grote demonstratie op de Dam in Amsterdam tegen de klimaatverandering.

Product Display: This refers to a presentation where someone explains how a machine, software, or technique works. It is common in trade shows, workshops, and sales environments.

De verkoper gaf een korte demonstratie van de nieuwe keukenmachine.

In a more abstract sense, 'demonstratie' can also mean a 'demonstration' of skill or power. For instance, a sports team might give a 'demonstratie van kracht' (a demonstration of strength) by winning a game with a huge margin. Understanding this word requires recognizing whether the context is social, technical, or metaphorical. In the Netherlands, the right to demonstrate is a fundamental constitutional right, making the word a frequent guest in political debates and legal discussions. Whether it is a 'vreedzame demonstratie' (peaceful demonstration) or a 'betoging' (another word for protest), the concept is central to Dutch democratic culture.

Using 'demonstratie' correctly involves pairing it with the right verbs and adjectives. The most common verb used with a political demonstration is houden (to hold) or organiseren (to organize). If you are simply attending, you use deelnemen aan (to participate in) or bijwonen (to attend).

Verbs for Protests: Common verbs include: een demonstratie houden, een demonstratie verbieden (to ban), een demonstratie ontbinden (to break up/disperse).

De burgemeester besloot de demonstratie te verbieden vanwege veiligheidsrisico's.

When talking about a product or skill, the verb geven (to give) is standard. You 'give' a demonstration of how something works. You can also use verzorgen (to provide/take care of) for a more professional tone.

Verbs for Product Demos: Common verbs include: een demonstratie geven, een demonstratie volgen (to follow/watch), een demonstratie aanvragen (to request).

Zou u mij een korte demonstratie van deze software kunnen geven?

Adjectives often describe the scale or nature of the event. A 'massale demonstratie' is a massive one, while a 'vreedzame demonstratie' is peaceful. If things get out of hand, it might be called a 'grimmige demonstratie' (grim/hostile). In technical contexts, you might hear 'praktische demonstratie' (practical) or 'interactieve demonstratie'. Mastering these combinations allows you to describe events with precision, whether you are discussing a protest in the city center or a new feature in a mobile app.

The word 'demonstratie' is ubiquitous in Dutch media, particularly in news broadcasts like NOS Journaal or in newspapers like De Volkskrant. Because the Netherlands has a strong tradition of civic engagement, reports on various 'demonstraties' are a weekly occurrence. You will hear it in the context of climate activism (Extinction Rebellion), labor strikes (stakingen), or political shifts. Reporters will often use it alongside 'betogers' (protesters) and 'politie-inzet' (police deployment).

In the News: 'De demonstratie verliep zonder incidenten.' (The demonstration proceeded without incidents.) This is a common phrase used by news anchors to summarize peaceful protests.

De politie heeft de demonstratie op de snelweg beëindigd.

In the business world, 'demonstratie' is heard in showrooms, tech hubs, and sales meetings. If you walk into a store like MediaMarkt, you might see a 'productdemonstratie' of a new coffee machine or a gaming console. In professional B2B settings, a 'demo' (the shortened version, also used in Dutch) is a standard part of the sales funnel. Employees might say, 'Ik heb morgen een demonstratie van het nieuwe CRM-systeem.'

In Education: Teachers use it for experiments. 'Kijk goed naar de demonstratie van dit chemische proces.' (Look closely at the demonstration of this chemical process.)

De docent gaf een heldere demonstratie van de reanimatietechnieken.

Finally, you might hear it in sports, specifically in 'demonstratiesporten' (demonstration sports) during events like the Olympics, where a sport is showcased but not yet part of the official competition. In all these contexts, the underlying theme is the act of making something visible or public, whether it's an opinion, a product, or a skill.

One of the most common mistakes English speakers make is assuming 'demonstratie' and 'manifestatie' are exactly the same. While they are often used as synonyms, a 'manifestatie' is usually broader. A 'manifestatie' can be a festive event, a cultural gathering, or a protest, whereas a 'demonstratie' almost always implies a specific goal of showing or protesting something. Using 'manifestatie' for a small product demo would sound very strange.

Confusion with 'Betoging': 'Betoging' is another word for protest. It is slightly more formal and is almost exclusively used for political protests, never for product displays. Don't say 'een betoging van een nieuwe iPhone'.

Fout: De verkoper gaf een betoging van de laptop. (Correct: demonstratie)

Another error is the preposition. In English, you might 'demonstrate against' something. In Dutch, while you can 'demonstreren tegen', the noun 'demonstratie' is often followed by 'tegen' (against) or 'voor' (for). However, learners often forget the article. It is 'de demonstratie', not 'het demonstratie'.

Verb Collocation: Learners often say 'een demonstratie maken'. This is incorrect. You 'houden' (hold) or 'geven' (give) a demonstration. 'Maken' would imply you are physically building the protest, which doesn't make sense in Dutch.

Goed: We houden een demonstratie voor betere lonen.

Finally, pronunciation can be a hurdle. The 'tie' at the end is pronounced as 'tsie' (like 'tsee' in English), not like the English 'shun'. Saying 'demonstra-shun' will immediately mark you as an English speaker. Practice the sharp 'ts' sound at the end to sound more native.

Depending on the context, you might want to use a more specific word than 'demonstratie'. Dutch has several synonyms that carry different weights and registers. Knowing when to use 'betoging' versus 'manifestatie' can greatly improve your fluency and precision.

Betoging vs. Demonstratie: 'Betoging' is specifically for political or social protests. It sounds slightly more formal and is very common in Belgium (Flanders). In the Netherlands, 'demonstratie' is more common for both protests and displays.

Manifestatie: A 'manifestatie' is a large-scale public event. It can be a protest, but it can also be a festival or a public display of unity. It often has a more positive or celebratory connotation than 'demonstratie'.

De culturele manifestatie trok veel bezoekers naar het park.

In a technical or commercial context, you might use 'presentatie' (presentation) or 'show'. If you are showing how to do something, 'uitleg' (explanation) or 'instructie' (instruction) might be more appropriate if it's a one-on-one or small group setting.

Protestmars: If the demonstration involves walking from point A to point B, 'protestmars' is the specific term. It focuses on the movement aspect of the protest.

De protestmars eindigde bij het parlementsgebouw.

Finally, 'vertoning' (showing/screening) is used for films or performances. If you say 'een vertoning van een product', people will understand, but 'demonstratie' is much more natural. By choosing the right word, you show that you understand the subtle social and functional differences in Dutch communication.

How Formal Is It?

Curiosidade

In the Middle Ages, a 'demonstratio' was often a logical proof in philosophy or mathematics before it became associated with street protests.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /deː.mɔn.ˈstraːt.si/

US /deɪ.mɑn.ˈstrɑt.si/

The primary stress is on the third syllable: 'stra'.

Rima com

prestatie situatie informatie organisatie publicatie combinatie creatie operatie

Erros comuns

Pronouncing the 'tie' as 'shun' (English style).
Stress on the first syllable.
Mumbling the 'n' in 'mon'.
Making the 'e' in 'de' too short (it should be long).
Pronouncing 'stra' like 'stray'.

Nível de dificuldade

Leitura 2/5

Easy to recognize because of English cognate.

Escrita 3/5

The 'tie' ending and double 'n' in related words like 'demonstranten' can be tricky.

Expressão oral 4/5

The 'tsie' pronunciation is hard for beginners to master.

Audição 2/5

Very clear and distinct word in audio.

O que aprender depois

Pré-requisitos

zien mensen tegen voor stad

Aprenda a seguir

betoging manifestatie grondwet vrijheid meningsuiting

Avançado

burgerlijke ongehoorzaamheid escalatie provocateur kennisgevingsplicht

Gramática essencial

Words ending in -tie are always 'de-woorden' and feminine.

De demonstratie is voorbij.

Compound nouns take the gender of the last word.

Het demonstratieverbod (because 'verbod' is 'het').

Adjectives before 'de-woorden' usually get an -e.

Een vreedzame demonstratie.

Verbs like 'deelnemen' require the preposition 'aan'.

Ik neem deel aan de demonstratie.

Plural of -tie words is always -ties.

Er zijn drie demonstraties.

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Exemplos por nível

Kijk naar de demonstratie.

Look at the demonstration.

'Kijk naar' always takes 'de' or 'het'.

De demonstratie is leuk.

The demonstration is fun.

Simple Subject-Verb-Adjective structure.

Ik zie een demonstratie.

I see a demonstration.

'Een' is the indefinite article.

De man geeft een demonstratie.

The man gives a demonstration.

Verb 'geven' (to give) is used for displays.

Waar is de demonstratie?

Where is the demonstration?

Question word 'Waar'.

De demonstratie begint nu.

The demonstration starts now.

Present tense of 'beginnen'.

Dit is een korte demonstratie.

This is a short demonstration.

Adjective 'korte' gets an -e because it's before a 'de-word'.

Ik volg de demonstratie.

I follow/watch the demonstration.

Verb 'volgen' can mean to watch or follow.

Er is een demonstratie in de stad.

There is a demonstration in the city.

'Er is' means 'There is'.

Zij houden een demonstratie tegen de kou.

They are holding a demonstration against the cold.

'Houden' is the standard verb for holding an event.

Ik wil de demonstratie zien.

I want to see the demonstration.

Modal verb 'willen' + infinitive 'zien'.

De demonstratie van de auto was goed.

The demonstration of the car was good.

Use 'van' to indicate what the demo is about.

Komen er veel mensen naar de demonstratie?

Are many people coming to the demonstration?

Inversion for questions.

De demonstratie duurt een uur.

The demonstration lasts an hour.

Verb 'duren' (to last).

Wij organiseren een kleine demonstratie.

We are organizing a small demonstration.

Verb 'organiseren'.

De politie stopt de demonstratie.

The police stop the demonstration.

Subject 'De politie' is singular in Dutch grammar but refers to the force.

De demonstratie trok duizenden deelnemers naar het centrum.

The demonstration attracted thousands of participants to the center.

Past tense 'trok' (from trekken).

Heb je de demonstratie van de nieuwe software gevolgd?

Did you follow the demonstration of the new software?

Perfect tense 'heb gevolgd'.

De vreedzame demonstratie verliep zonder problemen.

The peaceful demonstration proceeded without problems.

Adjective 'vreedzame' (peaceful).

Er is veel politie op de been voor de demonstratie.

There are many police out for the demonstration.

Expression 'op de been' (out/active).

De demonstratie is bedoeld om aandacht te vragen voor het klimaat.

The demonstration is intended to call attention to the climate.

'Bedoeld om... te' structure.

Ik heb meegewerkt aan de organisatie van de demonstratie.

I helped with the organization of the demonstration.

Separable verb 'meewerken aan'.

Tijdens de demonstratie hielden sprekers korte toespraken.

During the demonstration, speakers gave short speeches.

'Tijdens' (during) triggers a time phrase.

De burgemeester gaf toestemming voor de demonstratie.

The mayor gave permission for the demonstration.

'Toestemming geven voor' (to give permission for).

Het recht op demonstratie is verankerd in de grondwet.

The right to demonstrate is anchored in the constitution.

'Verankerd in' (anchored/embedded in).

De demonstratie mondde uit in rellen na zonsondergang.

The demonstration culminated in riots after sunset.

Phrasal verb 'uitmonden in' (to result in).

Critici vonden de demonstratie van kracht nogal overdreven.

Critics found the demonstration of force rather exaggerated.

Abstract use of 'demonstratie'.

De vakbond roept op tot een landelijke demonstratie.

The union is calling for a nationwide demonstration.

'Oproepen tot' (to call for).

Ondanks het verbod gingen de actievoerders door met hun demonstratie.

Despite the ban, the activists went ahead with their demonstration.

'Ondanks' (despite) + noun.

De demonstratie had een grote impact op de politieke besluitvorming.

The demonstration had a large impact on political decision-making.

'Impact hebben op'.

Na de technische demonstratie waren alle twijfels weggenomen.

After the technical demonstration, all doubts were removed.

Passive voice 'waren weggenomen'.

De media deden uitgebreid verslag van de demonstratie.

The media reported extensively on the demonstration.

'Verslag doen van' (to report on).

De demonstratie fungeerde als een katalysator voor maatschappelijke verandering.

The demonstration functioned as a catalyst for social change.

'Fungeren als' (to function as).

De autoriteiten probeerden de demonstratie te framen als illegaal.

The authorities tried to frame the demonstration as illegal.

Use of the loanword 'framen'.

Er ontstond een felle discussie over de grenzen van de demonstratievrijheid.

A fierce discussion arose about the limits of the freedom to demonstrate.

Compound word 'demonstratievrijheid'.

De demonstratie was een indrukwekkend staaltje van burgerlijke ongehoorzaamheid.

The demonstration was an impressive example of civil disobedience.

'Staaltje van' (example/feat of).

Men vreesde dat de demonstratie zou escaleren door de aanwezigheid van provocateurs.

It was feared that the demonstration would escalate due to the presence of provocateurs.

Subjunctive-like 'zou' + infinitive.

De symboliek achter de demonstratie was voor velen overduidelijk.

The symbolism behind the demonstration was crystal clear to many.

'Symboliek' (symbolism).

Deze demonstratie markeert een keerpunt in de geschiedenis van de arbeidersbeweging.

This demonstration marks a turning point in the history of the labor movement.

'Markeert een keerpunt'.

De demonstratie werd gekenmerkt door een grote diversiteit aan actiegroepen.

The demonstration was characterized by a great diversity of action groups.

'Gekenmerkt door' (characterized by).

De intrinsieke waarde van de demonstratie lag in de collectieve stem van de gemarginaliseerden.

The intrinsic value of the demonstration lay in the collective voice of the marginalized.

'Intrinsieke waarde' (intrinsic value).

De demonstratie was een performatieve uiting van diepgewortelde onvrede.

The demonstration was a performative expression of deep-seated dissatisfaction.

'Performatieve uiting'.

Men debatteerde over de vraag of de demonstratie de openbare orde onnodig ontregelde.

They debated the question of whether the demonstration unnecessarily disrupted public order.

'Ontregelen' (to disrupt/derail).

De demonstratie getuigde van een ongekende solidariteit tussen de verschillende sociale klassen.

The demonstration bore witness to an unprecedented solidarity between the different social classes.

'Getuigen van' (to testify to/bear witness to).

In zijn essay analyseert hij de demonstratie als een vorm van publieke pedagogiek.

In his essay, he analyzes the demonstration as a form of public pedagogy.

Academic register.

De demonstratie werd door de staat gesublimeerd tot een beheersbaar politiek ritueel.

The demonstration was sublimated by the state into a manageable political ritual.

'Gesublimeerd tot' (sublimated into).

Er gaapt een kloof tussen de intentie van de demonstratie en de uiteindelijke mediale representatie.

A gap yawns between the intention of the demonstration and the eventual media representation.

'Er gaapt een kloof' (a gap yawns/exists).

De demonstratie daagde de hegemonie van de heersende klasse op provocerende wijze uit.

The demonstration challenged the hegemony of the ruling class in a provocative manner.

'Hegemonie' and 'uitdagen'.

Colocações comuns

een demonstratie houden

een demonstratie geven

vreedzame demonstratie

massale demonstratie

demonstratie van kracht

recht op demonstratie

demonstratie verbieden

productdemonstratie

anti-demonstratie

demonstratie tegen

Frases Comuns

De demonstratie verliep rustig.

— The demonstration proceeded peacefully without trouble.

Gelukkig verliep de demonstratie rustig.

Een demonstratie bijwonen.

— To attend a demonstration.

Ik ga morgen een demonstratie bijwonen.

Oproepen tot een demonstratie.

— To call for a demonstration.

De vakbonden roepen op tot een demonstratie.

Een demonstratie uiteenjagen.

— To disperse a demonstration (usually by police).

De politie moest de demonstratie uiteenjagen.

Deelnemen aan een demonstratie.

— To participate in a demonstration.

Zij nemen deel aan de demonstratie.

Een demonstratie aanmelden.

— To register/notify about a demonstration (legally).

Je moet een demonstratie op tijd aanmelden.

Een demonstratie van macht.

— A show of force or power.

De inval was een demonstratie van macht.

Een demonstratie van vaardigheid.

— A display of skill.

De gymnast gaf een demonstratie van vaardigheid.

Een demonstratie organiseren.

— To organize a demonstration.

Wie gaat de demonstratie organiseren?

De demonstratie trok veel bekijks.

— The demonstration attracted many onlookers.

De kleurrijke demonstratie trok veel bekijks.

Frequentemente confundido com

demonstratie vs manifestatie

Manifestatie is more general and can be festive; demonstratie is more targeted.

demonstratie vs protest

Protest is the act of disagreeing; demonstratie is the event where you show it.

demonstratie vs show

Show is for entertainment; demonstratie is for information or protest.

Expressões idiomáticas

"een demonstratie van jewelste"

— A very large or impressive demonstration.

Dat was een demonstratie van jewelste!

informal

"je stem laten horen"

— To express your opinion, often through a demonstration.

Het is tijd om je stem te laten horen.

neutral

"op de barricaden gaan staan"

— To take a stand and protest vigorously.

Zij gaat voor haar rechten op de barricaden staan.

figurative

"met de voeten stemmen"

— To show your opinion by leaving or not showing up (passive demonstration).

De klanten stemmen met de voeten.

figurative

"een vuist maken"

— To unite and show strength/protest.

We moeten samen een vuist maken tegen dit beleid.

figurative

"de straat op gaan"

— To go out and protest.

Duizenden mensen gingen de straat op.

neutral

"geen poot hebben om op te staan"

— To have no legal or logical basis (often said if a demonstration is banned).

De demonstranten hadden geen poot om op te staan.

informal

"het spits afbijten"

— To be the first to do something (like starting a demonstration).

Zij beet het spits af bij de demonstratie.

idiomatic

"kleur bekennen"

— To show where you stand/your true opinions.

Het is tijd dat de politiek kleur bekent.

figurative

"hoge ogen gooien"

— To make a big impression (during a demonstration of skill).

Met die demonstratie gooide hij hoge ogen.

informal

Fácil de confundir

demonstratie vs betoging

Both mean protest.

Betoging is more formal and specific to politics; demonstratie is used for both politics and product displays.

De betoging in Brussel was massaal.

demonstratie vs presentatie

Both involve showing something.

Presentatie focuses on information; demonstratie focuses on action/how it works.

Ik geef een presentatie over de kwartaalcijfers.

demonstratie vs uitleg

Both explain something.

Uitleg is verbal; demonstratie is visual/practical.

De uitleg was erg duidelijk.

demonstratie vs staking

Both are forms of protest.

Staking is stopping work; demonstratie is gathering to show an opinion.

De staking van de NS duurt de hele dag.

demonstratie vs optocht

Both involve people walking.

Optocht is often festive (like a parade); demonstratie is for an opinion.

De carnavalsoptocht was erg leuk.

Padrões de frases

Ik zie de [noun].

Ik zie de demonstratie.

Er is een [noun] in [place].

Er is een demonstratie in Den Haag.

Zij houden een [noun] tegen [issue].

Zij houden een demonstratie tegen de oorlog.

Het recht op [noun] is [adjective].

Het recht op demonstratie is belangrijk.

De [noun] verliep [adverb].

De demonstratie verliep vlekkeloos.

Ondanks de [noun] veranderde er [negation].

Ondanks de demonstratie veranderde er niets.

De [noun] werd gekenmerkt door [aspect].

De demonstratie werd gekenmerkt door luidruchtigheid.

De [noun] fungeerde als een [metaphor].

De demonstratie fungeerde als een breekijzer.

Família de palavras

Substantivos

demonstrant (protester)

demonstratiemodel

demonstratieverbod

demonstratievrijheid

Verbos

demonstreren (to demonstrate)

Adjetivos

demonstratief (demonstrative)

Relacionado

betoging

protest

manifestatie

presentatie

uitleg

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Como usar

frequency

Very common in news, politics, and business.

Erros comuns

Het demonstratie → De demonstratie
All words ending in -tie are 'de' words.
Een demonstratie maken → Een demonstratie houden
You 'hold' a protest, you don't 'make' it.
Demonstrashun → Demonstratsie
The Dutch pronunciation uses a 'ts' sound, not a 'sh' sound.
Een betoging van een stofzuiger → Een demonstratie van een stofzuiger
'Betoging' is only for political protests.
Demonstratie tegen de wet (missing article) → De demonstratie tegen de wet
Dutch usually requires the definite article in news contexts.

Dicas

Feminine Noun

Remember that -tie words are feminine. Use 'de' and 'haar'.

Verb Choice

Use 'houden' for protests and 'geven' for product demos.

The 'Tsie' Sound

Avoid the English 'shun' sound at the end of the word.

The Malieveld

This is the most famous place for demonstrations in the Netherlands.

Compounds

Dutch loves compound words. Try using 'demonstratieverbod'.

Demonstrant

A person who demonstrates is a 'demonstrant'.

Product Demo

In business, 'demonstratie' is often shortened to 'demo'.

Constitution

The right to demonstrate is in Article 9 of the Dutch constitution.

Met de voeten stemmen

This means to protest by simply not showing up or leaving.

International

The word is very similar in many languages, making it easy to remember.

Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of a 'demon' showing you a 'stratie' (street). A demon on the street is a 'demonstratie'.

Associação visual

Imagine a large group of people on a street holding signs, and one person at the front showing them how to use a giant megaphone.

Word Web

protest show people banners explanation police mayor rights

Desafio

Try to use 'demonstratie' in a sentence about your favorite hobby (showing a skill) and then in a sentence about a social issue you care about.

Origem da palavra

Borrowed from the French 'démonstration', which comes from the Latin 'demonstratio'.

Significado original: The Latin root 'demonstrare' means 'to point out' or 'to show clearly'.

Indo-European, Italic (Latin).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when discussing demonstrations that turned violent, as this is a sensitive political topic in the Netherlands.

In English, 'demonstration' is often shortened to 'demo' for products. Dutch does the same, but 'demonstratie' is more formal.

The 1981 anti-nuclear weapons demonstration in Amsterdam. The 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstrations. The farmers' protests (boerenprotesten) in recent years.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Politics

het recht op demonstratie
een vreedzame demonstratie
de demonstranten
spandoeken

Technology

een software-demonstratie
een demoversie
iets demonstreren
uitleg geven

Education

een wetenschappelijke demonstratie
kijk naar de proef
de docent laat zien
instructies

Law

een demonstratieverbod
de openbare orde
toestemming aanvragen
de burgemeester

Sports

een demonstratiewedstrijd
een demonstratie van techniek
showelementen
talent laten zien

Iniciadores de conversa

"Ben je wel eens naar een grote demonstratie geweest?"

"Wat vind je van het recht op demonstratie in dit land?"

"Zou je een demonstratie organiseren als je het ergens niet mee eens bent?"

"Heb je gisteren de demonstratie op het nieuws gezien?"

"Welke productdemonstratie vond je het meest interessant?"

Temas para diário

Schrijf over een keer dat je een demonstratie zag. Wat was de sfeer?

Is een demonstratie een effectieve manier om iets te veranderen? Waarom wel of niet?

Stel je voor dat je een demonstratie moet organiseren. Voor welk doel zou dat zijn?

Beschrijf een demonstratie van een product die je hebt bijgewoond. Was het overtuigend?

Wat zijn de nadelen van een demonstratie in een drukke stad?

Perguntas frequentes

10 perguntas

No, it can also be a technical display of how a product works, like a 'productdemonstratie'.

They are often synonyms for protest, but 'betoging' is more formal and only used for political events.

It is a 'de-word' (de demonstratie).

The verb is 'demonstreren'.

Yes, 'demo' is very common for software, music, or small product displays.

The plural is 'demonstraties'.

It is the legal right to demonstrate, protected by the constitution.

Many happen on the Malieveld in The Hague or the Dam in Amsterdam.

It ends with a 'tsie' sound, similar to 'tsee' in English but with a sharp 't'.

Yes, but only under strict conditions related to safety or health.

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