When you start to learn a new language, understanding common greetings is one of the first and most crucial steps. Dutch, spoken in the Netherlands and parts of Belgium, boasts a variety of greetings, both formal and informal, which are tied to specific times of the day. In this blog post, we will explore the …
Are you considering learning the Dutch language? Whether you’re planning a trip to the Netherlands, want to expand your cultural horizons, or simply enjoy the challenge of learning a new language, you’ve come to the right place! One of the fundamental building blocks of any language is understanding its system of time. In this blog …
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Are you an expat considering a move to the Netherlands for work? Or have you recently moved to the charming land of tulips and windmills in search of new career opportunities? Wondering what you need to know? Look no further! In this blog post, we will cover five essential aspects that every expat should know …
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King’s Day – there’s hardly a person in the Kingdom of the Netherlands who does not celebrate this holiday. Every square meter of this small land is decorated in all possible shades of orange on this special day. Everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, from tourists and foreigners to natives, wears at least some …
King’s Day in the Kingdom of the Netherlands: yesterday and today Read More »
Level Up Academy: Tell us something about yourself; how did your journey with the Dutch language start? Monika Mączka: My journey with the Dutch language began by accident. The human sciences have always been closer to my area of interests, but I have always found learning languages quite easy. After graduating from high school, I planned …
Level Up Academy: Can you tell us something about yourself? How many years have you been teaching Dutch? Eliza Kośnik: I graduated in Dutch studies at both the Catholic University of Lublin, Poland and the University of Amsterdam. My teaching adventure began during my studies in 2015 and quickly turned into a passion and my …
Articles… All Dutch language learners have mixed feelings about this topic. Compared with the English language rules of when to use which article, ie., ‘an’, ‘a’ or ‘the’, the rules concerning Dutch articles, or often the lack thereof, can be confusing. To make it easier for you to learn the rules of using de and het, we have put together lots of helpful information on this subject.
When learning a new language, it’s always good to get tips from people who have already mastered it! We asked teacher Dorota what advice she has for people who want to learn Dutch from scratch, or who want to level up their knowledge of the Dutch language. When we start learning a language, when everything …
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The Dutch are smart and plan bridging days to stretch the weekends. Assuming the traditional five-day-a-week system, by taking just one day off work, e.g. the Friday after Hemelvaartsdag (Ascension Day), you get to enjoy a four-day long weekend! Most Dutch people, whenever possible, take advantage of the holidays and spend their free time actively. …
Public holidays in the Netherlands: How to plan your holidays in a clever way Read More »
In recent years, more people have started working online and using videoconferencing software such as Zoom and Skype. For those for whom the use of these programs is still new and for those who are curious about the details, here is a description of what our online Dutch lessons look like and which videoconferencing software …
