"Alstublieft" is the formal word for 'please' (also used when handing something: 'here you are'); the informal equivalent is "alsjeblieft". "Dank je wel" is an informal 'thank you' (formal: "dank u wel"). "Graag gedaan" means 'you're welcome'. "Sorry" is for apologizing; "Pardon" is for getting attention or asking to pass.
Words
AlstublieftPlease (formal)
Dank je welThank you (informal)
Graag gedaanYou're welcome / My pleasure
SorrySorry
PardonExcuse me
Practice sentences
- Een koffie, alstublieft.A coffee, please.
- Dank je wel voor je hulp.Thank you for your help.
- Dank je! Graag gedaan.Thank you! You're welcome.
- Sorry, ik ben te laat.Sorry, I am late.
- Pardon, mag ik erlangs?Excuse me, may I pass?
What does Alstublieft mean?