意思
Something that is expected.
文化背景
In Dutch meetings, efficiency is key. Using 'Dat ligt voor de hand' helps move the meeting along by identifying points of agreement quickly. Teachers often use this phrase to encourage logical thinking. If a student asks a question with a clear answer in the text, the teacher might point it out using this idiom. While used in both regions, Flemish speakers might more frequently use 'Dat spreekt voor zich' or 'Vanzelfsprekend' in formal settings, though 'voor de hand liggen' is perfectly understood. The phrase is a hallmark of Dutch directness. Instead of beating around the bush, a Dutch person will simply state that something is obvious.
Use 'nogal'
Add 'nogal' (rather) to sound more like a native: 'Dat ligt nogal voor de hand.'
Avoid 'is'
Never say 'Het is voor de hand.' It marks you as a beginner immediately.
意思
Something that is expected.
Use 'nogal'
Add 'nogal' (rather) to sound more like a native: 'Dat ligt nogal voor de hand.'
Avoid 'is'
Never say 'Het is voor de hand.' It marks you as a beginner immediately.
The Adjective
Master 'voor de hand liggend' as an adjective. It's very common in written Dutch and professional reports.
Sarcasm Check
Be careful with your tone. If you say it too sharply, it can mean 'Are you stupid? It's obvious.'
自我测试
Vul het juiste werkwoord in.
Het ______ voor de hand dat we morgen gaan.
The idiom always uses the verb 'liggen' (to lie).
Welke zin is correct?
Kies de beste zin:
When using 'is', you must use the adjectival form 'voor de hand liggend'.
In welke situatie gebruik je 'Dat ligt voor de hand'?
Situatie: Je ziet iemand met een natte jas binnenkomen.
It's the logical conclusion based on the wet coat.
Maak de dialoog af.
A: 'Waarom heb je geen ijsje gekocht?' B: 'Ik heb geen geld bij me, dus...'
Not having money makes not buying an ice cream the obvious outcome.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
Obvious vs. Far-fetched
Common Contexts
Work
- • Meetings
- • Planning
- • Solutions
Social
- • Opinions
- • Predicting
- • Jokes
练习题库
4 练习Het ______ voor de hand dat we morgen gaan.
The idiom always uses the verb 'liggen' (to lie).
Kies de beste zin:
When using 'is', you must use the adjectival form 'voor de hand liggend'.
Situatie: Je ziet iemand met een natte jas binnenkomen.
It's the logical conclusion based on the wet coat.
A: 'Waarom heb je geen ijsje gekocht?' B: 'Ik heb geen geld bij me, dus...'
Not having money makes not buying an ice cream the obvious outcome.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
12 个问题No, you can't say 'Die man ligt voor de hand.' It only applies to situations, solutions, or ideas.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Dat spreekt voor zich' is slightly more formal and implies the thing is so clear it explains itself.
No, that would be literal. Always use 'de hand'.
Use the past tense of liggen: 'Het lag voor de hand.'
Usually, it is written as separate words, but they function together as one adjective.
Yes, to describe a boring or unoriginal idea: 'Dat is een erg voor de hand liggende keuze.'
The opposite is 'vergezocht' (far-fetched).
Yes, you will often see it in reading comprehension questions (e.g., 'Welke conclusie ligt voor de hand?').
Usually yes, or a specific subject like 'De oplossing ligt voor de hand.'
Only if you mean it literally, but that's rare. Usually, you'd just say 'Het ligt dichtbij.'
Dutch is very specific about object orientation. Ideas and logical conclusions 'lie' in the Dutch mental landscape.
相关表达
Dat spreekt voor zich
synonymThat speaks for itself.
Vanzelfsprekend
synonymSelf-evident / naturally.
Een inkoppertje
specialized formAn easy goal / a no-brainer.
Vergezocht
contrastFar-fetched.
Kort door de bocht
similarOversimplified / reductive.
