Example: Kun je de rekening zonder de waard maken alsjeblieft?
Definition
"De rekening zonder de waard maken" is a Dutch expression meaning to make plans or decisions without consulting or considering the person who will ultimately be affected or responsible. It implies overlooking an important party involved in the outcome.
The phrase "de rekening zonder de waard maken" literally translates to 'making the bill without the innkeeper.' It originates from the idea that one should not decide or calculate costs without the innkeeper's input, as they are the one who ultimately handles the bill. Did you know this idiom humorously points to the folly of excluding a key stakeholder?
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"De rekening zonder de waard maken" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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