意思
To set high standards for oneself or others.
文化背景
Dutch business culture values directness and high standards. Similar to the Netherlands, but often with a slightly more formal tone. The idiom is understood globally in corporate settings. The idiom is most literal in track and field contexts.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify who or what the standards are for.
Avoid 'te' unless necessary
Adding 'te' changes the meaning to 'unrealistic'.
意思
To set high standards for oneself or others.
Use 'voor'
Always use 'voor' to specify who or what the standards are for.
Avoid 'te' unless necessary
Adding 'te' changes the meaning to 'unrealistic'.
自我测试
Fill in the correct word.
Zij ____ de lat hoog voor haar team.
The verb is 'leggen', third person singular is 'legt'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct usage.
The idiom does not use extra prepositions.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'We want to win.' B: 'Then we must ____.'
To win, you need high standards.
🎉 得分： /3
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3 练习Zij ____ de lat hoog voor haar team.
The verb is 'leggen', third person singular is 'legt'.
Choose the correct usage.
The idiom does not use extra prepositions.
A: 'We want to win.' B: 'Then we must ____.'
To win, you need high standards.
🎉 得分： /3
常见问题
2 个问题Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional correspondence.
No, it is primarily used as a metaphor for standards.
相关表达
De lat te hoog leggen
contrastSetting unrealistic standards
De lat lager leggen
contrastLowering standards
De lat op een bepaald niveau leggen
specialized formSetting a specific standard
