Dutch · Grammar & Function Words
op
on
Beginnerpreposition
Definition
Expressing a position above and in contact.
Example
Het boek ligt op de tafel.
The book lies on the table.
Etymology
The word 'op' comes from Middle Dutch 'op', which is derived from Old Dutch and means 'on' or 'upon'. It has retained its form and meaning over centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Op' is a versatile preposition used in both spoken and written contexts across the Netherlands, typically in informal settings but also in formal messages.