op de fiets
by bike; on the bicycle
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ɔp də fits/
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Cultural Note
The Netherlands has more bicycles than people -- approximately 23 million bikes for 17.5 million people. 'Op de fiets' is the default mode of transport for most Dutch people. The phrase comes up constantly in daily conversation and reflects the deep cycling culture.
📝 Example Sentences
Ik ga op de fiets naar mijn werk.
I go to work by bike.
Ben je op de fiets of met de auto?
Did you come by bike or by car?
In Nederland doe je alles op de fiets.
In the Netherlands you do everything by bike.