Example: We hebben geen haast om naar huis te gaan.
Definition
"Geen haast" is a Dutch expression meaning there is no need to hurry or rush. It indicates a relaxed attitude towards time or deadlines, suggesting that something can be done at a comfortable pace without urgency, as in "We hebben geen haast om naar huis te gaan."
Translations
no hurry
no hay prisa
no hi ha pressa
pas de précipitation
keine Eile
nessuna fretta
sem pressa
Etymology
The phrase "geen haast" originates from Dutch, where "geen" means 'no' and "haast" means 'haste' or 'rush.' Together, they literally translate to 'no haste.' Did you know? The word "haast" is related to the English word 'haste,' both coming from a common Germanic root emphasizing speed or urgency.
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"Geen haast" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A1) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used expressions.
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