Chapter 3 - ruzie Flashcards
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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.