'heb' or 'ben' for present perfect in dutch
For some verbs we use 'heb' while for others we use 'ben'.

For example,

Ik heb gewonnen ( I won )

but

Ik ben geslaagd ( I passed )

So, what are the rules, when do we use 'heb' and when do we use 'ben'?

Question

'heb' or 'ben' for present perfect in dutch
For some verbs we use 'heb' while for others we use 'ben'.

For example,

Ik heb gewonnen ( I won )

but

Ik ben geslaagd ( I passed )

So, what are the rules, when do we use 'heb' and when do we use 'ben'?

Answer

Here's a nice write-up on this topic: http://www.dutchgrammar.com/en/?n=Verbs.Au04.

Answer

in general ben is used when the verb describes a change of position or state. And the position or state changes from one to another. Mowing towards something specific - ben. just moving - heb. Thats how I understand these rules

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