Chapter 3 - ruzie Flashcards
What is the Dutch term for ‘the cup of coffee’?
het bakje koffie
Commonly used in casual conversations.
What does ‘nauwelijks’ mean in English?
hardly
Used to express a small degree.
Translate ‘slechts’ to English.
just
Often used to indicate limitation.
What is the meaning of ‘amper’?
only
Similar in usage to ‘nauwelijks’.
What is the English translation of ‘glimlachen’?
to smile
A common verb in social interactions.
What does ‘de IND’ refer to?
the Dutch migration office
Official agency for immigration matters.
What is ‘het inburgerings-examen’?
the civic integration exam
Required for immigrants in the Netherlands.
Translate ‘reageren (op)’ to English.
to react (to)
Commonly used in discussions.
What does ‘vallen (op)’ mean?
to fall (for)
Often used in romantic contexts.
What is the meaning of ‘de macho’?
the macho
Refers to hyper-masculine behavior.
Translate ‘onaangenaam’ to English.
unpleasant
Used to describe negative experiences.
What does ‘shit’ mean in Dutch?
shit
Informal term expressing frustration.
What does ‘balen (van)’ mean?
to be fed up (with)
Expresses annoyance or frustration.
Translate ‘eigenlijk’ to English.
actually
Often used to clarify or emphasize.
What does ‘helemaal’ mean?
all, completely
Used to indicate totality.
What is the meaning of ‘kwijt’?
lost
Refers to something that cannot be found.
Translate ‘verzinnen’ to English.
to come up (with)
Often used in creative contexts.
What does ‘per se’ mean?
per se, absolutely, at any price
Indicates necessity or insistence.
What is the English translation of ‘beduusd’?
flabbergasted
Describes a state of shock or surprise.
Translate ‘potverdorie’ to English.
damn
An expression of frustration or surprise.
What does ‘het kreng’ refer to?
the bitch
Informal, derogatory term.
What is the meaning of ‘de sukkel’?
the dope, idiot, twerp
Used as an insult.
Translate ‘tsjongejonge’ to English.
boy oh boy
Expression of disbelief or exasperation.
What does ‘bijleggen’ mean?
to make up
Used in the context of resolving conflicts.
What does ‘weleens’ mean?
sometimes
Indicates frequency.
What is the meaning of ‘het conflict’?
the conflict
Refers to a disagreement or struggle.
Translate ‘goedmaken’ to English.
to make up
Typically used after a disagreement.
What does ‘de ander’ mean?
the other
Used to refer to another person or thing.
What is the translation of ‘de ruimte’?
the space
Can refer to physical or metaphorical space.
Translate ‘kiezen’ to English.
to choose
A common verb in decision-making contexts.
de toon
the tone
nog steeds
still
de open vraag
the open question
zich concentreren
to concentrate (on)
de oplossing
the solution
aankijken
to look at
afmaken
to finish
het laatste woord hebben
to have the last word
de excuses
the apologies
excuses
to apologise
aanbieden
to offer
spijt hebben (van)
to regret
aanvaarden
to accept
de stap
the step
lievelings-
favourite
The moment
Het moment
- To talk it over 2. To signify talking
Uitpraten
Both
Allebei
Calm down
Kalmeren
To be ready for
Klaar zijn voor
A fight
Ruzie
schelden
to call names
vloeken
to swear
de irritatie
the irritation
de ergernis
the annoyance
