Breakdown of Als u straks naar de apotheek wilt gaan, neem dan uw recept goed mee.
gaan
to go
naar
to
willen
to want
als
if
dan
then
u
you
goed
well
uw
your
straks
later
de apotheek
the pharmacy
meenemen
to bring along
het recept
the prescription
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Questions & Answers about Als u straks naar de apotheek wilt gaan, neem dan uw recept goed mee.
What does the Dutch word als indicate in this sentence?
Als functions as a conditional marker equivalent to if in English. It introduces the condition ("if you want to go to the pharmacy") that leads to the action given in the main clause.
Why is the pronoun u used instead of je or jij?
U is the formal way to say you in Dutch. It is used to express politeness and respect, particularly in situations like medical or service settings, where a formal tone is appropriate.
What does straks mean and how is it used here?
Straks translates to soon or in a little while in English. In this sentence, it indicates that the action (going to the pharmacy) is expected to happen shortly.
What is the role of dan in the second part of the sentence?
Dan means then in English and acts as a connector. It clearly signals the consequence or instruction—take your prescription with you—that follows if the condition in the first part is met.
Why is the verb neem used in this form, and what should I know about separable verbs here?
Neem is the imperative form of the verb nemen (to take). In Dutch, many verbs are separable. In the full form meenemen (to take along), the separable prefix mee is placed at the end of the sentence in the imperative. This construction instructs you to take something with you.
What is the significance of goed in the phrase uw recept goed mee?
The word goed means well or properly. Its inclusion emphasizes that you should ensure your prescription is taken properly (i.e., don’t forget or leave it behind) when you go to the pharmacy.