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It

ɪt
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
0 - 100
0 - 100
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.

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Used as a pronoun to refer to a previously mentioned or easily identifiable noun.

Voorbeeld: I bought a new book. It is very interesting.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: general conversations, writing
Opmerking: Commonly used to avoid repetition of nouns.

Used as a pronoun to refer to an inanimate object or an animal when the gender is not specified or relevant.

Voorbeeld: The dog lost its collar.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: describing objects or animals
Opmerking: Can be used when the gender of the noun is unknown or not important.

Used as a pronoun to introduce a delayed subject or complement.

Voorbeeld: It is important to exercise regularly.
Gebruik: formalContext: formal writing, academic contexts
Opmerking: Often used in formal or academic writing to introduce a topic or idea.

Used as a dummy subject in introductory clauses.

Voorbeeld: It is raining outside.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: describing weather, general observations
Opmerking: Commonly used to introduce a statement about the environment or conditions.

Synoniemen van It

This

The word 'this' is used to refer to something that is near in space or time.
Voorbeeld: This is my favorite book.
Opmerking: While 'it' is a pronoun that refers to a previously mentioned noun, 'this' is used to point to something specific.

That

The word 'that' is used to refer to something that is farther away in space or time.
Voorbeeld: That is a beautiful painting.
Opmerking: Similar to 'this', 'that' is used to point to a specific object or idea, but it typically refers to something more distant.

He

The pronoun 'he' is used to refer to a male person or animal.
Voorbeeld: He is coming to the party.
Opmerking: While 'it' is gender-neutral and can refer to any object or idea, 'he' specifically refers to a male.

She

The pronoun 'she' is used to refer to a female person or animal.
Voorbeeld: She is a talented singer.
Opmerking: Similar to 'he', 'she' is gender-specific and refers to females.

They

The pronoun 'they' is used to refer to more than one person or object.
Voorbeeld: They are going to the beach.
Opmerking: 'They' is a plural pronoun used to refer to multiple individuals or objects, while 'it' is singular.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van It

Get it

To comprehend or understand something.
Voorbeeld: I don't understand this math problem. Can you help me get it?
Opmerking: The original word 'it' refers to an object or thing, while 'get it' refers to understanding or grasping a concept.

Make it

To achieve success or reach a goal.
Voorbeeld: You need to work hard if you want to make it in the music industry.
Opmerking: While 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, 'make it' refers to achieving success or a goal.

Go for it

To take a risk or make an attempt at something.
Voorbeeld: I'm nervous about asking for a promotion, but I think I should just go for it.
Opmerking: The original word 'it' is used to refer to a specific object or thing, while 'go for it' means taking action or making an attempt.

Have it out

To openly discuss or argue about a problem until it is resolved.
Voorbeeld: They finally had it out about their relationship issues and decided to break up.
Opmerking: The original word 'it' refers to a specific thing, while 'have it out' means resolving a problem through discussion or argument.

Make it up

To reconcile or resolve a disagreement.
Voorbeeld: After their fight, they made it up and apologized to each other.
Opmerking: While 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, 'make it up' refers to resolving a conflict or disagreement.

Call it a day

To decide to finish working or stop an activity for the day.
Voorbeeld: We've been working for hours. Let's call it a day and continue tomorrow.
Opmerking: The original word 'it' is a pronoun representing a specific thing, while 'call it a day' means deciding to end an activity or work for the day.

Have it your way

To allow someone to make decisions or have things done as they prefer.
Voorbeeld: Fine, we can eat at the Italian restaurant. Have it your way.
Opmerking: The original word 'it' is used as a pronoun, while 'have it your way' means allowing someone to have things done according to their preference.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van It

Give it a shot

To try something, make an attempt.
Voorbeeld: I'm not sure if I can do it, but I'll give it a shot.
Opmerking: This phrase suggests a willingness to try without guarantee of success.

Have a go at it

To attempt or try doing something.
Voorbeeld: I've never done it before, but I'll have a go at it.
Opmerking: Similar to 'Give it a shot,' it implies a willingness to try.

Be at it

Engaged in an activity or task.
Voorbeeld: I've been at it all morning, trying to figure out the issue.
Opmerking: This emphasizes being actively involved in an ongoing task or project.

Stick at it

To continue working on something persistently.
Voorbeeld: Don't give up! Just stick at it and you'll get better.
Opmerking: This emphasizes the importance of perseverance and determination.

Get at it

To start or get working on something.
Voorbeeld: Come on, let's get at it and finish this project tonight.
Opmerking: It conveys a sense of urgency or readiness to begin a task.

Be having it

Engaged in a conflict or heated discussion.
Voorbeeld: He's having it with his boss again, arguing about deadlines.
Opmerking: It suggests a more intense or confrontational situation compared to just 'having a conversation.'

Knock it

To stop or quit doing something.
Voorbeeld: Just knock it with the excuses and get the work done.
Opmerking: It carries a sense of directness or urgency in asking someone to stop a particular behavior.

It - Voorbeelden

I love it.
Can you see it?
I want to buy it.
Do you like it?

Grammatica van It

It - Voornaamwoord (Pronoun) / Persoonlijk voornaamwoord (Personal pronoun)
Lemma: it
Vervoegingen
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
It bevat 1 lettergrepen: it
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈit
it , ˈit (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

It - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
It: 0 - 100 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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