A0: Lesson 25 - Basic Polite Expressions

Polish your manners in Dutch!

Learn Basic Polite Expressions

Alsjeblieft - Please, Dank je wel - Thank you, Sorry - Sorry

Graag gedaan - You’re welcome, Excuseer - Excuse me

Alsjeblieft, een glas water. - Please, a glass of water.

Dank je wel voor je hulp. - Thank you for your help.

Learn Sentence Examples

Sorry, ik begrijp het niet. - Sorry, I don’t understand.

Excuseer, waar is de winkel? - Excuse me, where is the shop?

Graag gedaan, kom nog eens terug! - You’re welcome, come back again!

Practice

What does "Dank je wel" mean?

Cultural Note

Did you know? Politeness is highly valued in the Netherlands—using 'alsjeblieft' and 'dank je wel' can make your interactions smoother and friendlier!

Note: You’ve completed Lessons 21-25! Prepare for the upcoming Exam 5 (Lessons 21-25) to advance to the next level.

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