It meanings in Dutch

Het

Example:

It is raining today.

Het regent vandaag.

It seems like a good idea.

Het lijkt een goed idee.

Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to refer to a situation or condition.

Note: In Dutch, 'het' is a neutral pronoun used for things, situations, or concepts that don’t have a specific gender.

Het

Example:

It is important to study.

Het is belangrijk om te studeren.

It doesn’t matter.

Het maakt niet uit.

Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express general statements or facts.

Note: 'Het' often serves as a subject in sentences to introduce the topic at hand.

Dat

Example:

It was him who called.

Dat was hij die belde.

It was a great party.

Dat was een geweldig feest.

Usage: InformalContext: Used to refer to something mentioned previously.

Note: In informal contexts, 'dat' can replace 'het' when referring to a specific event or instance.

Het

Example:

It is time to go.

Het is tijd om te gaan.

It feels good to relax.

Het voelt goed om te ontspannen.

Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express time or feelings.

Note: 'Het' is commonly used to denote the time or a feeling in both casual and formal conversations.

Het

Example:

It costs too much.

Het kost te veel.

It takes time to learn.

Het kost tijd om te leren.

Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to discuss costs or durations.

Note: 'Het' can indicate the subject of a sentence related to expenses or time.

This

The word 'this' is used to refer to something that is near in space or time.

Example: This is my favorite book.

Note: While 'it' is a pronoun that refers to a previously mentioned noun, 'this' is used to point to something specific.

That

The word 'that' is used to refer to something that is farther away in space or time.

Example: That is a beautiful painting.

Note: Similar to 'this', 'that' is used to point to a specific object or idea, but it typically refers to something more distant.

He

The pronoun 'he' is used to refer to a male person or animal.

Example: He is coming to the party.

Note: While 'it' is gender-neutral and can refer to any object or idea, 'he' specifically refers to a male.

She

The pronoun 'she' is used to refer to a female person or animal.

Example: She is a talented singer.

Note: Similar to 'he', 'she' is gender-specific and refers to females.

They

The pronoun 'they' is used to refer to more than one person or object.

Example: They are going to the beach.

Note: 'They' is a plural pronoun used to refer to multiple individuals or objects, while 'it' is singular.

Get it

To comprehend or understand something.

Example: I don't understand this math problem. Can you help me get it?

Note: The original word 'it' refers to an object or thing, while 'get it' refers to understanding or grasping a concept.

Make it

To achieve success or reach a goal.

Example: You need to work hard if you want to make it in the music industry.

Note: While 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, 'make it' refers to achieving success or a goal.

Go for it

To take a risk or make an attempt at something.

Example: I'm nervous about asking for a promotion, but I think I should just go for it.

Note: The original word 'it' is used to refer to a specific object or thing, while 'go for it' means taking action or making an attempt.

Have it out

To openly discuss or argue about a problem until it is resolved.

Example: They finally had it out about their relationship issues and decided to break up.

Note: The original word 'it' refers to a specific thing, while 'have it out' means resolving a problem through discussion or argument.

Make it up

To reconcile or resolve a disagreement.

Example: After their fight, they made it up and apologized to each other.

Note: While 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, 'make it up' refers to resolving a conflict or disagreement.

Call it a day

To decide to finish working or stop an activity for the day.

Example: We've been working for hours. Let's call it a day and continue tomorrow.

Note: The original word 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, while 'call it a day' means deciding to end an activity or work for the day.

Have it your way

To allow someone to make decisions or have things done as they prefer.

Example: Fine, we can eat at the Italian restaurant. Have it your way.

Note: The original word 'it' is used as a pronoun, while 'have it your way' means allowing someone to have things done according to their preference.

Give it a shot

To try something, make an attempt.

Example: I'm not sure if I can do it, but I'll give it a shot.

Note: This phrase suggests a willingness to try without guarantee of success.

Have a go at it

To attempt or try doing something.

Example: I've never done it before, but I'll have a go at it.

Note: Similar to 'Give it a shot,' it implies a willingness to try.

Be at it

Engaged in an activity or task.

Example: I've been at it all morning, trying to figure out the issue.

Note: This emphasizes being actively involved in an ongoing task or project.

Stick at it

To continue working on something persistently.

Example: Don't give up! Just stick at it and you'll get better.

Note: This emphasizes the importance of perseverance and determination.

Get at it

To start or get working on something.

Example: Come on, let's get at it and finish this project tonight.

Note: It conveys a sense of urgency or readiness to begin a task.

Be having it

Engaged in a conflict or heated discussion.

Example: He's having it with his boss again, arguing about deadlines.

Note: It suggests a more intense or confrontational situation compared to just 'having a conversation.'

Knock it

To stop or quit doing something.

Example: Just knock it with the excuses and get the work done.

Note: It carries a sense of directness or urgency in asking someone to stop a particular behavior.

I love it.

Ik hou ervan.

Can you see it?

Kun je het zien?

I want to buy it.

Ik wil het kopen.

Do you like it?

Vind je het leuk?

It - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Personal pronoun (Personal pronoun)

Lemma: it

Conjugations

Syllabification and Stress

It Contains 1 syllables: it

Phonetic transcription: ˈit

it , ˈit (The red syllable is stressed)

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

It: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).

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