Significado
Beginning something new.
Contexto cultural
The 'Nieuwjaarsduik' (New Year's Dive) in the freezing North Sea is the ultimate literal 'frisse start' for thousands of Dutch people. In Dutch offices, a 'frisse start' often involves a 'vrijmibo' (Friday afternoon drink) to clear the air before a new week or project. The first day of school after the long summer break is universally called a 'frisse start' in Dutch media. Modern Dutch environmental campaigns use 'frisse start' to encourage people to switch to green energy or circular living.
The 'Maken' Rule
Always pair this phrase with 'maken'. It's the most natural verb to use.
Vers vs Fris
Never use 'vers' for a start. It's a classic giveaway that you're translating literally from English.
Significado
Beginning something new.
The 'Maken' Rule
Always pair this phrase with 'maken'. It's the most natural verb to use.
Vers vs Fris
Never use 'vers' for a start. It's a classic giveaway that you're translating literally from English.
Toe zijn aan
Use 'Ik ben toe aan een frisse start' to sound more like a native speaker when you're frustrated with your current situation.
New Year's Staple
Use this phrase on January 1st and you'll fit right in with any Dutch family.
Teste-se
Vul het juiste woord in.
Na mijn verhuizing naar Utrecht maak ik een ___ start.
'Start' is a de-word, so the adjective gets an -e. 'Fris' is used for beginnings, not 'vers'.
Welk werkwoord past het best?
Ik wil graag een frisse start ___.
The standard collocation is 'een frisse start maken'.
Match de situatie met de zin.
Situatie: Het is 1 januari.
New Year's is the prime time for 'goede voornemens' and a 'frisse start'.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: Gefeliciteerd met je nieuwe huis! B: Dank je! Ik was echt ___ ___ ___ een frisse start.
'Toe zijn aan' means to be in need of or ready for something.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Fris vs Vers
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosNa mijn verhuizing naar Utrecht maak ik een ___ start.
'Start' is a de-word, so the adjective gets an -e. 'Fris' is used for beginnings, not 'vers'.
Ik wil graag een frisse start ___.
The standard collocation is 'een frisse start maken'.
Situatie: Het is 1 januari.
New Year's is the prime time for 'goede voornemens' and a 'frisse start'.
A: Gefeliciteerd met je nieuwe huis! B: Dank je! Ik was echt ___ ___ ___ een frisse start.
'Toe zijn aan' means to be in need of or ready for something.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
6 perguntasYes, it's very common after a breakup to say you're making a fresh start with someone new.
It is 'de start', so you use 'de frisse start'.
Because it's an adjective before a 'de-word' with an indefinite article 'een'.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, 'begin' is a 'het-word', so it would be 'een fris begin', but 'frisse start' is much more common.
There isn't a direct opposite, but 'vastzitten in een sleur' (being stuck in a rut) is the situation that usually leads to wanting one.
Frases relacionadas
met een schone lei beginnen
synonymTo start with a clean slate.
opnieuw beginnen
similarTo start over.
schoon schip maken
builds onTo clear up a mess before starting.
een frisse neus halen
similarTo get a breath of fresh air.
de knop omzetten
specialized formTo change one's mindset.
