A2 Expression 中性

Dat is een hele mond vol.

That is a mouthful.

意思

Describing a long word or task.

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文化背景

The Dutch love compound words. This phrase is a survival mechanism for learners and natives alike to acknowledge the linguistic 'Lego' blocks. In Flanders, the phrase is also used, but they might more often say 'Dat is een hele boterham' (That is a whole slice of bread) for a big task. Using this phrase in a meeting can break the tension when someone uses too much corporate jargon, showing you value clear communication. Teachers often use this when introducing long scientific terms to students to make the learning feel less intimidating.

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Use it as a filler

If you are struggling to pronounce a long Dutch word, say 'Dat is een hele mond vol!' to buy yourself time and show you have a sense of humor.

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Don't use 'mondje'

Even though Dutch people love diminutives, 'mondje vol' is not used for this idiom. Stick to 'mond vol'.

意思

Describing a long word or task.

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Use it as a filler

If you are struggling to pronounce a long Dutch word, say 'Dat is een hele mond vol!' to buy yourself time and show you have a sense of humor.

⚠️

Don't use 'mondje'

Even though Dutch people love diminutives, 'mondje vol' is not used for this idiom. Stick to 'mond vol'.

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The 'Nuchter' factor

Using this phrase shows you appreciate the Dutch value of being down-to-earth. It mocks complexity in a nice way.

自我测试

Fill in the missing words to complete the idiom.

Mijn nieuwe functie heet 'Hoofd-kwaliteitsmanager'. Pff, dat is een ____ ____ ____!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: hele mond vol

The standard idiom is 'een hele mond vol'.

In which situation is 'Dat is een hele mond vol' most appropriate?

Which situation fits?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Someone explains the entire Dutch tax system in 5 minutes.

The phrase is used for long explanations or complex information.

Choose the most natural reaction to the word 'Hottentottententententoonstelling'.

Wat zeg je?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Dat is een hele mond vol!

This is the idiomatic way to react to a long, complex word.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Ik woon in de Burgemeester Baron van Voerst van Lyndenstraat.' B: '________'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Dat is een hele mond vol!

A long street name is a perfect trigger for this expression.

🎉 得分: /4

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练习题库

4 练习
Fill in the missing words to complete the idiom. Fill Blank A2

Mijn nieuwe functie heet 'Hoofd-kwaliteitsmanager'. Pff, dat is een ____ ____ ____!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: hele mond vol

The standard idiom is 'een hele mond vol'.

In which situation is 'Dat is een hele mond vol' most appropriate? situation_matching A2

Which situation fits?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Someone explains the entire Dutch tax system in 5 minutes.

The phrase is used for long explanations or complex information.

Choose the most natural reaction to the word 'Hottentottententententoonstelling'. Choose A2

Wat zeg je?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Dat is een hele mond vol!

This is the idiomatic way to react to a long, complex word.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Ik woon in de Burgemeester Baron van Voerst van Lyndenstraat.' B: '________'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Dat is een hele mond vol!

A long street name is a perfect trigger for this expression.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

Yes, absolutely! It's very common to use it for book titles, movie names, or even long street names.

It's a bit casual for a very formal email, but in a friendly business context, it's fine.

Usually, yes. You could say 'Dat is een mond vol', but 'hele' adds the necessary idiomatic weight.

You can, but then it's a literal statement or a pun. People will likely laugh!

No. 'Een hele kluif' is for a difficult task. 'Een hele mond vol' is for long words or complex info.

Then 'tongbreker' (tongue twister) is a better choice than 'mond vol'.

No, as long as you say it with a smile. It's considered a friendly observation.

It's redundant. 'Dat is een hele mond vol' already implies it's about words.

No, the idiom is always singular.

Yes, it's a timeless expression used by all age groups.

相关表达

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Een hele kluif

similar

A big task or a difficult job.

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Tongbreker

specialized form

Tongue twister.

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Mondje dicht

contrast

Keep your mouth shut / keep a secret.

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Wat een mondvol

synonym

What a mouthful!

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