Questions & Answers about Zulk goud wordt zorgvuldig getaxeerd.
Why do we use zulk here instead of zulke, and could we use dergelijk?
Because goud is an uncountable neuter noun (het goud), we must use the uninflected form zulk. If it were a plural noun or a de-word, we would use zulke. You could absolutely use dergelijk goud here instead; both mean 'such gold', though dergelijk tends to sound slightly more formal in this context.
Why is wordt translated as 'is' instead of 'becomes'?
This sentence is in the present passive voice, which Dutch forms using the auxiliary verb worden combined with a past participle (getaxeerd). While worden means 'to become' as a main verb, it translates to 'is' or 'are' when used to create passive constructions like this one.
Could I use voorzichtig instead of zorgvuldig to say the gold is appraised 'carefully'?
Not naturally in this context. Voorzichtig means 'careful' in the sense of being cautious to avoid danger or physical damage (like handling fragile glass). Zorgvuldig means 'careful' in the sense of being meticulous, precise, and thorough, which describes exactly how an expert conducts an appraisal.
What is the difference between taxeren and waarderen?
Taxeren is specifically used for determining the objective financial value of an item, like a professional appraisal. Waarderen is used for appreciating or valuing something emotionally, subjectively, or abstractly. Since the gold is being officially priced here, getaxeerd is the correct choice.
Learn Zulk goud wordt zorgvuldig getaxeerd and more in Dutch
All course content and exercises are completely free — no paywalls, no trial periods, no signup needed.
- ✓ Practice with interactive exercises
- ✓ Track your progress with spaced repetition
- ✓Learn at your own pace — completely free