Separable Verbs in the Present Tense

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Separable verbs consist of two parts: a prefix (like 'op', 'af', or 'uit') and a main verb. In the present tense, these two parts split up when used in a main sentence.

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In a standard sentence, the conjugated verb stays in the second position, but the prefix moves to the very end of the sentence.

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'Opstaan' is a high-frequency separable verb. 'Staan' (to stand) is conjugated normally, and 'op' goes to the end.

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Even though 'schoon' is an adjective meaning 'clean', here it acts as a prefix for the verb 'maken' (to make).

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'Afwassen' specifically refers to washing dishes. The prefix 'af' indicates completion or a specific task.

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When inviting someone, 'uit' goes to the end. The verb 'nodigen' is rarely used on its own in modern Dutch.

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Used for trains, buses, or people arriving at a destination. 'Komen' is the verb, 'aan' is the prefix.

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The prefix 'mee' implies 'along with someone'. It is very common in invitations and social plans.

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Used for forms or documents. 'Vullen' means to fill, 'in' makes it specific to a form.

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The prefix 'terug' means 'back'. Like other separable verbs, it moves to the end in the present tense.

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In a yes/no question, the verb starts the sentence (Position 1), and the prefix remains at the very end.

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In a negative sentence, 'niet' usually comes before the prefix at the end of the sentence.