about splitting of some special verbs
Verb splitting
about splitting of some special verbs
The Dutch verb "nemen" (to take) can sometimes be transformed into a new verb by adding a prefix in front of it, such as the prefix "op". This transformation results in the verb "meenemen" (English: to take away).
When such a "new verb" is used in a sentence, it can be split, meaning that the prefix may appear at the end of the sentence.
It is also possible that the new verb is composed of the original verb and an additional word that provides more information.
For example, the verb "to make" (Dutch: "maken") can be combined with "clean" (Dutch: "schoon") to form the verb "schoonmaken" (English: to clean).
The following table shows these verbs and how they are split.
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If the sentence is transformed to a sentence with the so called "passed tense" we see that only the basic verb changes.
Now the verb is switched to the last part of the sentence and the basic verb shows the "definite form".
Look at the next table. Notice how in this case the complete verb is put at the end of the sentence.
In Dutch, some verbs are separable, meaning they can split into two parts that are not always adjacent in a sentence. These verbs are often composed of a prefix (which can be a preposition or an adverb) and a base verb. The verb "opbellen" (to call) is an example of a separable verb.
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General rules for using separable verbs in Dutch
Basic Form:
Some verbs in Dutch can split into two parts.
Example: "opbellen" (to call).
it consists of two parts: "op" and "bellen"
Normal Sentences:
In simple sentences, put the first part at the start and the second part at the end.
1. Example: I call my friend.
Past Actions:
When talking about past actions, split the verb the same way.
2. Example: I called my friend.
Completed Actions:
When the action is completed, combine the parts and add "ge-" at the start.
3. Example: I have called my friend.
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With Other Verbs:
When using with another verb like "must" or "want," keep the verb together.
4. Example: I must call my friend.
Long Sentences:
In long sentences with a reason or condition, keep the verb together at the end.
5. Example: Because I have to call my friend, I cannot come.
Questions:
In questions, split the verb with the first part at the start and the second part at the end.
6. Example: Are you calling your friend?
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test
1. I call my friend.
2. I called my friend.
3. I have called my friend.
4. I must call my friend.
5. Because I have to call my friend, I cannot come.
6. Are you calling your friend?
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