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How to Say "Enjoy your meal" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Eet smakelijk
"Enjoy your meal" in Dutch 路 say it like ayt smakah-lik

The most natural way to say "Enjoy your meal" in Dutch is Eet smakelijk. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Smakelijk eten
a more formal way to say it, often used in restaurants
Geniet van je maaltijd
a casual way to express the same sentiment

When to use it

You can use 'Eet smakelijk' when serving food to someone or when sitting down to eat together. It is a friendly way to enhance the dining experience. This phrase is commonly used in both homes and restaurants.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Eet smakelijk, iedereen!Enjoy your meal, everyone!
Ik heb een lekkere maaltijd voor je gekookt. Eet smakelijk!I cooked a delicious meal for you. Enjoy your meal!
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use this phrase when serving food, which is a common social custom in Dutch culture.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I say 'Eet smakelijk'?

You should say it before starting a meal, especially when dining with others.

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