| Context | Rule | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Main clause (present) | Prefix goes to END | Ik bel je op. (I call you up.) |
| Main clause (past) | Prefix goes to END | Ik belde je op. |
| Perfectum | ge- goes BETWEEN prefix and verb | Ik heb je opgebeld. |
| Subordinate clause | Verb stays together at end | ...dat ik je opbel. |
| Infinitive | Verb stays together | Ik ga je opbellen. |
The prefix is always stressed when speaking: "OPbellen", "UITgaan".