to be allowed to phrases in Dutch
Learn Dutch phrases (to be allowed to)
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Learning to use “to be allowed to” phrases in Dutch can be beneficial for several reasons:
- Communication: Knowing how to use “to be allowed to” phrases in Dutch can improve your ability to communicate effectively with Dutch speakers. These phrases can help you express what you are allowed or not allowed to do in various situations, which can be important for building relationships with Dutch-speaking colleagues, friends, and acquaintances.
- Daily life: Understanding “to be allowed to” phrases in Dutch can also be useful in everyday situations, such as when you are asking for permission to do something or when you want to know if something is allowed or not.
| Dutch | English |
|---|---|
| Mag ik…? | Am I allowed to…? |
| Ik mag niet… | I am not allowed to… |
| Het is toegestaan om… | It is allowed to… |
| Het is niet toegestaan om… | It is not allowed to… |
| Ik heb toestemming om… | I have permission to… |
| Ik heb geen toestemming om… | I do not have permission to… |
| Je mag hier niet parkeren. | You are not allowed to park here. |
| Mag ik even storen? | May I interrupt for a moment? |
| Je mag niet roken binnen. | Smoking is not allowed inside. |
| Ik mag van mijn ouders niet zo laat uitgaan. | My parents don’t allow me to go out so late. |
| Je mag hier niet zwemmen. | Swimming is not allowed here. |
| Mag ik een vraag stellen? | Can I ask a question? |
| Het is niet toegestaan om alcohol te drinken onder de 18 jaar. | It is not allowed to drink alcohol under the age of 18. |
| Mag ik even naar de wc? | May I use the restroom for a moment? |
| Het is toegestaan om je huisdier mee te nemen. | It is allowed to bring your pet. |
| Je mag hier niet fietsen. | Biking is not allowed here. |
| Het is niet toegestaan om je eigen eten mee te nemen. | It is not allowed to bring your own food. |
| Mag ik een afspraak maken? | Can I make an appointment? |
| Je mag niet op het gras lopen. | Walking on the grass is not allowed. |
| Het is toegestaan om foto’s te maken. | It is allowed to take pictures. |
