Significado
Wishing someone well on a task.
Contexto cultural
The Dutch value 'nuchterheid' (being down-to-earth). 'Succes' is a pragmatic wish that acknowledges the other person's effort without being overly emotional. In Flanders, 'Succes' is also common, but you might hear 'Veel geluk' slightly more often in casual settings compared to the Netherlands. It is standard practice to end a meeting or an email with 'Succes' if the other party has a clear task to perform. It shows professional alignment. Teachers almost always write 'Succes!' at the top of an exam paper. It's a ritualized part of the Dutch schooling experience.
The 'Veel' Rule
When in doubt, use 'Veel succes'. It sounds more natural and polite than just 'Succes' in most full sentences.
Avoid 'Succes' for Sickness
Never say 'Succes' to someone who is ill. It sounds like you're asking them to perform well at being sick. Use 'Beterschap' instead.
Significado
Wishing someone well on a task.
The 'Veel' Rule
When in doubt, use 'Veel succes'. It sounds more natural and polite than just 'Succes' in most full sentences.
Avoid 'Succes' for Sickness
Never say 'Succes' to someone who is ill. It sounds like you're asking them to perform well at being sick. Use 'Beterschap' instead.
The Sarcastic Twist
If someone says they are going to do something impossible (like 'I'm going to clean the whole house in 5 minutes'), a dry 'Succes...' with a downward intonation is perfectly Dutch.
Email Sign-offs
In business emails, 'Succes met [Project Name]' is a great way to end a message before your signature.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to wish someone luck with their exam.
___ met je examen!
We use 'Succes' before a task like an exam.
Match the situation to the correct Dutch expression.
Your friend's grandmother is in the hospital.
For difficult or sad situations, 'Sterkte' (strength) is the correct choice.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Ik ga morgen solliciteren voor die nieuwe baan.' B: 'Wat spannend! ___'
A job interview is a classic 'Succes' situation.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the best option:
'Succes' is almost always paired with the preposition 'met'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Succes vs. Sterkte
Banco de exercicios
4 exercicios___ met je examen!
We use 'Succes' before a task like an exam.
Your friend's grandmother is in the hospital.
For difficult or sad situations, 'Sterkte' (strength) is the correct choice.
A: 'Ik ga morgen solliciteren voor die nieuwe baan.' B: 'Wat spannend! ___'
A job interview is a classic 'Succes' situation.
Choose the best option:
'Succes' is almost always paired with the preposition 'met'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
14 perguntasYes, if the teacher is about to do something (like give a presentation), but usually, it's the teacher saying it to the student.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Succes' is for achievement; 'Geluk' is for luck or happiness. We rarely use 'Geluk' as a short wish.
No, use 'Gefeliciteerd' (Congratulations) or 'Goed gedaan' (Well done).
Simply say 'Dank je wel!' or 'Bedankt!'.
Always 'Succes met'. 'Succes voor' is grammatically incorrect in this context.
No, that would be weird. Use 'Gefeliciteerd' or 'Veel geluk samen'.
It means 'Good luck with it'. It's used when the task was just mentioned.
Yes, it is very common in Flanders as well.
No, use 'Veel plezier' (Have fun) or 'Fijne vakantie'.
It's a quick way to show you care about what the other person is doing.
The noun 'succes' can be pluralized ('successen'), but the expression 'Succes!' is always singular.
Absolutely not. Use 'Sterkte' or 'Gecondoleerd'.
Yes, they share the same Latin root, but the Dutch use it as a common greeting/wish.
Frases relacionadas
Sterkte
contrastStrength/Courage
Zet 'm op
similarGo for it / Give it your all
Gefeliciteerd
builds onCongratulations
Toi toi toi
specialized formBreak a leg
Beterschap
contrastGet well soon
Veel plezier
similarHave fun
