When using the word 'tegenover' in a sentence, it's important to remember it indicates a position directly opposite something or someone. It implies a facing relationship. For instance, if two buildings are across the street from each other, you would say one is 'tegenover' the other. This isn't just about physical distance, but about a direct facing or opposing orientation. It's often used when describing locations or arrangements where one thing is across from another.
§ What does it mean?
Let's talk about 'tegenover'. This is a common Dutch preposition that you'll hear and see a lot. It's really useful for describing where things are in relation to each other. Understanding 'tegenover' will help you give and follow directions, describe scenes, and generally make your Dutch sound more natural.
- Definition
- Situated on the other side of
Simply put, 'tegenover' means 'opposite'. Think of two things facing each other, or one thing directly across from another. It indicates a position of direct opposition or being face-to-face, but not necessarily touching. It's about relative location.
§ When do people use it?
You use 'tegenover' in many everyday situations. Here are some common scenarios:
- Describing locations: This is probably the most frequent use. If you're giving directions or talking about where a shop is, 'tegenover' is your friend.
- Arrangement of furniture or people: When people are sitting across from each other, or furniture is placed opposite something else.
- Figurative use: Sometimes 'tegenover' can be used more abstractly to mean 'in contrast to' or 'compared to', but for now, focus on its literal meaning of physical location.
Let's look at some examples to make this clear. Pay attention to how 'tegenover' is used to show the relationship between two things.
Het park is tegenover het station.
The park is opposite the station.
Here, 'het park' and 'het station' are on different sides of something, perhaps a street or a square, facing each other.
Zij woont tegenover mij.
She lives opposite me.
This means she lives in a house across the street or hallway from 'mij' (me).
De supermarkt is tegenover de kerk.
The supermarket is opposite the church.
Again, a clear indication of two buildings being on different sides of a space.
Practice using 'tegenover' by thinking about your own surroundings. What is opposite your house? What is opposite your favorite café? The more you try to use it in context, the more natural it will become. It's a very practical word for daily conversations and will instantly improve your descriptive skills in Dutch. So, next time you're describing a location, try to incorporate 'tegenover' to sound more like a native speaker!
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De stoel staat tegenover de tafel.
The chair is opposite the table.
Simple present tense, common objects.
Het park is tegenover mijn huis.
The park is across from my house.
Possessive pronoun 'mijn'.
Zij zit tegenover hem.
She sits opposite him.
Personal pronouns, 'hem' (him) as direct object.
De winkel is tegenover de school.
The shop is across from the school.
Definite articles 'de'.
Ik woon tegenover het station.
I live opposite the station.
Verb 'wonen' (to live).
De bakkerij is tegenover de supermarkt.
The bakery is across from the supermarket.
Common shops.
Sta jij tegenover mij?
Are you standing opposite me?
Question form, personal pronoun 'mij' (me).
Het museum is tegenover het theater.
The museum is across from the theater.
Cultural places.
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Basic use of 'tegenover'
The most common use of 'tegenover' is to express being opposite or across from something. Think of it as directly facing.
'Tegenover' in a sentence
You can say: 'Het café is tegenover het park.' (The cafe is opposite the park.)
Prepositional phrase with 'tegenover'
Like many Dutch prepositions, 'tegenover' is followed directly by the noun or pronoun it refers to.
Don't confuse with 'naast'
Remember that 'tegenover' means opposite, while 'naast' means next to. They are not interchangeable.
Visualizing 'tegenover'
Imagine two things facing each other, like two people in a conversation or two buildings on opposite sides of a street. That's 'tegenover'.
Asking for directions with 'tegenover'
Someone might say: 'De bakker is tegenover de supermarkt.' (The bakery is opposite the supermarket.) This helps you locate things.
Building your own sentences
Try to describe your own environment using 'tegenover'. For example: 'Mijn huis is tegenover een school.' (My house is opposite a school.)
No figurative use (for now)
At B1 level, stick to the literal meaning of 'tegenover' as physically opposite. Avoid trying to use it in figurative senses yet.
Formal vs. informal use
'Tegenover' is a standard preposition used in both formal and informal Dutch. You don't need to worry about different registers for this word.
Practice with places you know
Think of places in your hometown or a place you visit often. How would you say one building is 'tegenover' another? This helps with recall.
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Imagine you are giving directions to a friend. Tell them where the post office is using 'tegenover'.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Het postkantoor is tegenover de bank.
Describe the location of your house in relation to a landmark using 'tegenover'.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Mijn huis is tegenover de school.
Complete the sentence: 'De bushalte is ____ de kerk.' (The bus stop is across from the church.)
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
De bushalte is tegenover de kerk.
Waar is het park in relatie tot haar appartement?
Read this passage:
Mijn vriendin woont in een appartement. Haar appartement is op de derde verdieping. Tegenover haar appartement is een park met veel bomen. Ze houdt ervan om daar te wandelen.
Waar is het park in relatie tot haar appartement?
De tekst zegt 'Tegenover haar appartement is een park', wat betekent 'across from her apartment is a park'.
De tekst zegt 'Tegenover haar appartement is een park', wat betekent 'across from her apartment is a park'.
Waar kun je brood kopen?
Read this passage:
De supermarkt is op de hoek van de straat. Tegenover de supermarkt is een kleine bakkerij. Ik koop er altijd brood.
Waar kun je brood kopen?
De tekst zegt 'Tegenover de supermarkt is een kleine bakkerij. Ik koop er altijd brood.'
De tekst zegt 'Tegenover de supermarkt is een kleine bakkerij. Ik koop er altijd brood.'
Waar zit de vriend?
Read this passage:
Ik zit in het café. Mijn vriend zit tegenover mij. We drinken koffie en praten over onze dag.
Waar zit de vriend?
De tekst zegt 'Mijn vriend zit tegenover mij', wat betekent 'My friend sits across from me'.
De tekst zegt 'Mijn vriend zit tegenover mij', wat betekent 'My friend sits across from me'.
De bakkerij is direct ___ het park gelegen.
The bakery is situated directly opposite the park. 'Tegenover' means 'opposite'.
Ons huis staat ___ de oude kerk.
Our house is opposite the old church. 'Tegenover' is the correct preposition here.
Zij woont ___ de supermarkt, dus het is erg handig.
She lives opposite the supermarket, so it's very convenient. 'Tegenover' fits the context of convenience due to proximity.
De postbus is ___ het gemeentehuis.
The mailbox is opposite the town hall. 'Tegenover' indicates that it is on the other side of the town hall.
Ik zag mijn vriend ___ het café wachten.
I saw my friend waiting opposite the cafe. 'Tegenover' means 'on the other side of'.
De apotheek bevindt zich ___ het ziekenhuis.
The pharmacy is located opposite the hospital. 'Tegenover' is used to describe the relative position.
She lives opposite the supermarket, so grocery shopping is very easy for her.
The new restaurant is located exactly opposite the old town hall.
The bus stop is opposite the bakery; you can hardly miss it.
Read this aloud:
De apotheek is precies tegenover het ziekenhuis.
Focus: tegenover
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Ik zag mijn vriendin lopen tegenover het park.
Focus: vriendin
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Het huis met de rode deur is tegenover dat grote gebouw.
Focus: gebouw
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De nieuwe bibliotheek zal gebouwd worden ___ het oude stadhuis, waardoor een modern contrast ontstaat in het historische centrum.
Here, 'tegenover' means 'opposite to' or 'facing', which fits the context of a new building contrasting with an old one across from it.
Ze stond met gekruiste armen, een uitdrukking van ongenoegen ___ haar collega's, die haar voorstel negeerden.
In this context, 'tegenover' refers to her attitude or stance 'towards' her colleagues, implying opposition or disapproval.
Het is belangrijk om een respectvolle houding te bewaren ___ mensen met afwijkende meningen, zelfs als je het er niet mee eens bent.
This usage of 'tegenover' signifies 'towards' or 'in relation to', emphasizing the importance of respect for others' opinions.
De financiële resultaten van dit kwartaal staan in schril contrast ___ de verwachtingen die eerder waren uitgesproken.
Here, 'tegenover' is used to show a contrast 'with' or 'compared to' the previous expectations.
Zijn onverschilligheid ___ de noodlijdenden werd door velen als schokkend ervaren, gezien zijn vroegere betrokkenheid.
This 'tegenover' means 'towards' or 'in regard to', describing his attitude or lack thereof towards those in need.
Het conflict tussen de twee landen escaleerde, met elke partij die een onverzoenlijke positie innam ___ de eisen van de ander.
In this sentence, 'tegenover' indicates the opposing stance 'against' or 'in relation to' the demands of the other party.
The evidence presented against his claims was irrefutable.
She stood firmly against the new policy plans, convinced of their disastrous consequences.
Opinions were diametrically opposed during the heated debate about the city's future.
Read this aloud:
Kunt u uitleggen waarom u zo principieel tegenover dit voorstel staat?
Focus: principieel, voorstel
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De getuige gaf een verklaring af die haaks stond tegenover de eerdere bewijzen.
Focus: getuige, verklaring, haaks
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Hoe zou u reageren als u geconfronteerd wordt met een situatie die volledig tegenover uw verwachtingen staat?
Focus: geconfronteerd, volledig, verwachtingen
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Basic use of 'tegenover'
The most common use of 'tegenover' is to express being opposite or across from something. Think of it as directly facing.
'Tegenover' in a sentence
You can say: 'Het café is tegenover het park.' (The cafe is opposite the park.)
Prepositional phrase with 'tegenover'
Like many Dutch prepositions, 'tegenover' is followed directly by the noun or pronoun it refers to.
Don't confuse with 'naast'
Remember that 'tegenover' means opposite, while 'naast' means next to. They are not interchangeable.
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