意思
Trying to stay calm.
文化背景
It is a very common, non-confrontational way to signal that you are upset without causing a scene. Used identically to the Netherlands, often with a slightly more reserved tone. Used as a professional tool to maintain composure during high-stress meetings. Widely taught by parents to children as a way to handle frustration.
Use 'even'
Always add 'even' to make the phrase sound natural and polite.
Don't be literal
Don't actually count out loud in a meeting unless you want to be dramatic!
意思
Trying to stay calm.
Use 'even'
Always add 'even' to make the phrase sound natural and polite.
Don't be literal
Don't actually count out loud in a meeting unless you want to be dramatic!
Combine it
Combine it with 'diep ademhalen' for maximum effect.
自我测试
Fill in the missing word.
Ik moet even tot tien ____.
The idiom is 'tot tien tellen'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best way to express needing to calm down.
The standard idiom uses 'tien'.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Even tot tien tellen
It is a metaphor for emotional regulation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I am so frustrated!' B: '____.'
This is the most appropriate advice for frustration.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
练习题库
4 练习Ik moet even tot tien ____.
The idiom is 'tot tien tellen'.
Choose the best way to express needing to calm down.
The standard idiom uses 'tien'.
将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:
It is a metaphor for emotional regulation.
A: 'I am so frustrated!' B: '____.'
This is the most appropriate advice for frustration.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
10 个问题Mostly, but it can also be used for general stress or overwhelm.
Yes, but be careful. It's better to say 'I need a moment to think' in a formal setting.
No, it's a recognized psychological technique.
You can say 'Ik moet even tot honderd tellen!'
It can be, but usually it's a self-reflective statement.
Yes, it is very common.
No, it's actually polite because you are preventing an outburst.
Yes, in informal emails or texts.
No, it's just a number representing a short pause.
Yes, 'aftellen' is counting down (like for a rocket launch).
相关表达
Diep ademhalen
similarTake a deep breath
Rustig aan doen
similarTake it easy
De kalmte bewaren
similarKeep calm
Uit je slof schieten
contrastTo lose one's temper
