Referring to things (shorthand) Flashcards
What does ‘Er’ refer to?
‘Er’ is a general term meaning ‘there’ - not specific whether it’s near or far.
What does ‘Hier’ mean?
‘Hier’ means ‘close in proximity.’
What does ‘Daar’ refer to?
‘Daar’ refers to something that is farther in proximity.
What is the use of ‘Hij’?
‘Hij’ is used to refer to a subject that’s already been stated.
Example: ‘De stoel is mooi’ would be conjugated in shorthand as ‘Hij is mooi.’
What does ‘Hem’ refer to?
‘Hem’ is used to refer to an object that’s already been stated.
Example: ‘De stoel is mooi’ would be conjugated as ‘Ik wil hem kopen.’
What does ‘Het’ refer to?
‘Het’ is used to refer to a subject or object already stated.
What is the use of ‘Ze’?
‘Ze’ is used to refer to any plural subject or object already stated.