Learn Dutch
B1 · Word order

The agent phrase in the passive

De brief is door de directeur getekend.

  1. The letter was signed by the director.
  2. The house was built by the municipality.
  3. The repair was done by a mechanic.
  4. The photo was taken by her.
  5. The contract was signed by both parties.
  6. The complaint was filed by the residents.
  7. The book was published by a publisher.
  8. The flat was sold by the estate agent.
  9. The meeting was opened by the chairperson.
  10. The lawn was mown by the neighbour.
  11. The cake was baked by my grandmother.
  12. The report was written by the committee.