How we rate things in the Netherlands is a reflection of the rating system used in schools.
1-5. Ranging from pathetic to inadequate, in any case you didn't pass.
6. Adequate, the minimum needed to pass. A culturally important number as it expresses the "zesjescultuur", a phenomenon where somebody is intentionally doing the absolute bare minimum to not get into trouble.
7. More than adequate.
8. Good. Even if near-perfect, few Dutch people would rate above this number because we don't want you to get all cocky.
9. Excellent. In service, only awarded when you did something completely unexpected or memorable.
1-5. Ranging from pathetic to inadequate, in any case you didn't pass.
6. Adequate, the minimum needed to pass. A culturally important number as it expresses the "zesjescultuur", a phenomenon where somebody is intentionally doing the absolute bare minimum to not get into trouble.
7. More than adequate.
8. Good. Even if near-perfect, few Dutch people would rate above this number because we don't want you to get all cocky.
9. Excellent. In service, only awarded when you did something completely unexpected or memorable.
10. Perfect, flawless.