What is a Voorzetselvoorwerp?
A ‘voorzetselvoorwerp’ (prepositional object) is a part of the sentence that shows the relationship between a verb and a preposition. It often answers the questions like ‘to whom?’ or ‘for what?’.
How to Identify a Voorzetselvoorwerp?
- Look for a verb that is followed by a preposition.
- Check if there is a direct connection between the verb and the object in the sentence.
- The prepositional object usually comes after the preposition.
Examples
| Dutch Sentence | English Translation |
|---|---|
| Ik geef het boek aan mijn vriend. | I give the book to my friend. |
| Ze praat over hun vakantie. | She talks about their vacation. |
| Hij vertelt over zijn nieuwe baan. | He tells about his new job. |
Practice!
Try to identify the voorzetselvoorwerp in these sentences:
- Wij denken aan het probleem.
- De leraar legt de regels voor de klas uit.
Remember, a voorzetselvoorwerp can help give more information about the action in the sentence!