Remember that 'klaar' can mean both 'finished' and 'ready', so pay attention to the context.
klaar in 30 Seconds
- "Klaar" is a versatile Dutch adjective.
- It means either 'finished' or 'ready'.
- It's an A1 level word, so it's very common.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of a 'clear' signal indicating something is finished or ready. 'Klaar' sounds a bit like 'clear'.
Visual Association
Imagine a chef in a pristine, 'clear' kitchen, holding up a plate of food and proudly exclaiming, 'Klaar!' meaning the meal is ready.
Word Web
Challenge
Describe three things you are 'klaar' for today, and three things you have already finished ('klaar'). For example: 'Ik ben klaar voor de les.' (I am ready for the lesson.) 'Het ontbijt is klaar.' (Breakfast is finished.)
Test Yourself 12 questions
The meeting is finished.
Are you ready to leave?
The work isn't completely finished yet.
Read this aloud:
De maaltijd is bijna klaar, je kunt alvast de tafel dekken.
Focus: klaar
You said:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
Zodra ik klaar ben met dit rapport, help ik je graag verder.
Focus: zodra, klaar, verder
You said:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Read this aloud:
Ik ben er helemaal klaar voor om aan het nieuwe project te beginnen.
Focus: helemaal, klaar, project
You said:
Speech recognition is not supported in your browser. Try Chrome or Edge.
Na jaren van toewijding en hard werken, is het project eindelijk ___.
In this context, 'klaar' means 'finished'. The project is concluded after years of dedication.
De chef-kok verklaarde dat het vijfgangendiner nu helemaal ___ was om geserveerd te worden.
Here, 'klaar' signifies 'ready'. The dinner is prepared and ready for serving.
Na een grondige inspectie van alle systemen, zijn we nu ___ voor de lancering van de satelliet.
In this sentence, 'klaar' means 'ready'. They are prepared for the satellite launch.
Met de laatste aanpassing aan het algoritme, is de software nu volledig ___ voor release.
Here, 'klaar' indicates 'ready'. The software is fully prepared for its release.
De atleet voelde zich na maandenlange training eindelijk ___ om deel te nemen aan de Olympische Spelen.
In this context, 'klaar' means 'ready'. The athlete is prepared and fit for the Olympics.
Het onderzoek naar de complexe materie is na jaren van diepgaande analyse eindelijk ___.
Here, 'klaar' means 'finished'. The research has concluded after extensive analysis.
/ 12 correct
Perfect score!
Summary
Remember that 'klaar' can mean both 'finished' and 'ready', so pay attention to the context.
- "Klaar" is a versatile Dutch adjective.
- It means either 'finished' or 'ready'.
- It's an A1 level word, so it's very common.
Related Content
This Word in Other Languages
Related Phrases
More general words
aanbevelen
B1To suggest something as a good choice.
aandacht
B1Focus or notice directed towards someone or something.
aandachtig
B1Paying close attention
aandrang
B1Urgent pressure or request.
aandringend
B1Persistent and urgent.
aanduiden
B1To be a sign of or to indicate.
aanduiding
B1A sign or mark indicating something.
aaneensluiten
B2To join or connect together.
aangeven
B1To point out or indicate.
aangezien
B2Given that or because
