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How to Say "Leave me alone" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Laat me met rust
"Leave me alone" in Dutch 路 say it like laht meh met rust

The most natural way to say "Leave me alone" in Dutch is Laat me met rust. 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

Laat me alleen
a more direct way to say it
Ik wil alleen zijn
used when you want to express a need for solitude

When to use it

Use this phrase when someone is bothering you and you want them to stop. It can be used in both casual and slightly more serious situations. Be mindful of your tone, as it can come off as rude if said harshly.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Laat me met rust, ik heb even tijd voor mezelf nodig.Leave me alone, I need some time for myself.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'Laat me alleen', which can sound more abrupt.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Laat me met rust, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Dutch with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

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