Ik heb het wel gedaan.
English: I did do it.
- Language
- Dutch
- Level
- B2
- Unit
- Lijdende vorm en zinsnadruk
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
In Dutch, words like 'wel', 'zelf', and 'echt' are used to add emphasis to a sentence. They help you show that something is true, important, or surprising.
When to use it
Use these words in Dutch when you want to show contrast, correct someone, highlight who did something, or make your statement stronger.
Key forms
- 'wel' (for stressing that something is true or did happen)
- 'zelf' (for emphasizing the person or thing itself)
- 'echt' (for saying something is really true or genuine)
Examples
Zij heeft het zelf gemaakt.
English: She made it herself.
Dit is echt belangrijk.
English: This is really important.
Jij mag zelf kiezen.
English: You can choose yourself.
Hij komt wel morgen.
English: He will come tomorrow (after all).
Tips
- Don't confuse 'wel' with 'willen' (to want). 'Wel' is for emphasis.
- 'Zelf' usually comes right after the subject.
- 'Echt' can be used before adjectives or verbs to make them stronger.