The Dutch phrase “die dans vindt navolging” literally translates to “that dance finds imitation” in English. It is a figurative expression that means something is being copied or followed by others. It is often used to describe a trend or a fashion that is becoming popular.
The phrase can be used in a positive or negative way. For example, you could say “Die dans vindt navolging bij de jongeren” (That dance is being imitated by the young people) to express that you think the dance is cool and popular. Or, you could say “Die dans vindt navolging bij de politici” (That dance is being imitated by the politicians) to express that you think the politicians are being sheepish and following each other.
Here are some synonyms for “vindt navolging” in Dutch:
- Wordt nagevolgd (is followed)
- Wordt gekopieerd (is copied)
- Slaat aan (catches on)
- Raakt in zwang (comes into vogue)
- Wordt populair (becomes popular)