Werk ze!

In the Netherlands, you often come across the expression "werk ze!" It is an informal and friendly way to wish someone success and enjoyment during their workday. The expression is typically used when someone is about to start work or when saying goodbye to someone who is heading to work.

Imagine your housemate is about to leave for work. You might say, "Werk ze!" This roughly means "Work hard!" or "Good luck at work!" It is somewhat similar to the English phrase "Have a good day at work!" but shorter and more direct.

"Werk ze!" shows that you are involved and wishing the other person a good day at work. It's a small but friendly way to offer encouragement. So, the next time you see your Dutch colleagues or friends heading off to work, try saying "werk ze!" They will certainly appreciate it!