Learn and Speak Dutch Easily
Your straightforward guide to mastering Dutch
Unlock the Dutch language with ease and confidence.
What you'll learn
- Basic vocabulary and phrases
- Essential grammar rules
- Conversational skills for everyday situations
- Listening comprehension techniques
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
- Cultural insights to enhance understanding
About this book
This book is designed for anyone looking to learn Dutch in a simple and effective way. With clear explanations and practical examples, it takes you from the basics to conversational fluency.
Whether you're preparing for a trip to the Netherlands, looking to connect with Dutch speakers, or simply want to expand your language skills, this book provides the tools and resources you need to succeed. Engage with the language through interactive exercises and real-life scenarios that make learning enjoyable and effective.
Who this book is for
- Beginners with no prior knowledge
- Travelers planning to visit the Netherlands
- Language enthusiasts looking to expand their skills
- Students preparing for language exams
- Professionals working with Dutch-speaking clients
Why read this book
- User-friendly structure for easy navigation
- Practical exercises to reinforce learning
- Real-world examples for contextual understanding
- Cultural tips to enrich your language experience
About the language
Dutch is a West Germanic language of the Indo-European family, close to German and English. It is official in the Netherlands, Belgium and Suriname, and is spoken by about 30 million people.
Where it is spoken
Netherlands, Belgium, Suriname, Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten
Writing system
Written left to right in the Latin alphabet.
Quick facts
- Afrikaans, spoken in South Africa, developed from Dutch.
- In Belgium, Dutch is the language of the Flanders region.
- New York was called New Amsterdam when the Dutch founded it.
- English words such as cookie and yacht come from Dutch.
Why learn it
- Work and study in the Netherlands and Belgium
- Deal with Dutch trade and shipping companies
- Make learning German and English easier thanks to the close link
Words shared with Arabic
- koffie — from Arabic qahwa, coffee
- suiker — from Arabic sukkar, sugar
- algebra — from Arabic al-jabr, algebra
- alcohol — from Arabic al-kuhl, kohl, later meaning alcohol
- katoen — from Arabic qutn, cotton
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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