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Learn MoreLearn Dutch: Fast & Fun Speaking Method for Beginners (14hr)
What you'll learn
- Practice real-life Dutch conversations for restaurants, cafés, travel and daily life
- Speak Dutch with confidence using common daily phrases
- Introduce yourself, ask questions, and communicate naturally with Dutch speakers
- Build a strong foundation in essential Dutch grammar and sentence structure
- Improve your Dutch pronunciation through repetition and native speaker imitation
- Understand and use essential Dutch vocabulary for daily communication
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Course content
13 sections • 169 lectures • 13h 56m total length
- Welcome, Overview subjects, what are you going to learn...3:34
Welcome to the course! In this video, I will explain exactly what we are going to do in this course, how the course is structured.
- Quick Introduction to Dutch language1:12
Some people are intimidated by the Dutch language because they think that it is hard to learn.
But contrary to what you might believe Dutch is still considered one of the easiest languages to learn by native and non-native English speakers.
I designed this course for anyone who wants to learn Dutch from scratch, in a simple, painless manner.
- Quick Wins: Everyday Dutch Words you can use immediately7:18
Useful Dutch Words
Here are some useful everyday Dutch words you’ll find yourself using all the time. Take a look at the following most common words and how to pronounce them.
Also, take a look at the attachment. You will find here the 10 words you have learned in the form of flashcards. Print them double-sided and practice with them for 2 or 3 days. I guarantee you will remember them!
- Short Multiple-choice Vocabulary Exercise
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Download a printable PDF version / Handout of this whole course0:26
Download the course information and note-making summary of the whole course right here.
We also have separate handouts underneath each of the separate modules so you can choose to download it all at once or at each module individually.
If you want to improve your results from this course or want to have a summary available for use after this course. Then download a printable PDF. It will provide you with the exercises and explanations in this course.
You can also use the handout to make notes. Note-making is also a learning process in itself, helping you to process and understand the information you receive.
- Real-World Conversation 1 Listen and Learn (Introductions, greetings, names)1:29
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names
How to ask how people are
- Real-World Conversation 1 Listening and Reading: Introductions, Greetings, Names0:46
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names
How to ask how people are
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 1: Introductions, Greetings, Names, Places3:59
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names
How to ask how people are
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Introductions, Greetings, Names7:51
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names
How to ask how people are
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture4:30
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- How do you learn a new language?1:40
How to learn a new language?
Unfortunately, there is no bulletproof way of learning a new language. Let's see what we can do then.
- Pronunciation Tips and Pronunciation of Dutch Consonants12:02
This is the Dutch Pronunciation Guide
It consists of several parts sprinkled out over the course. We going to talk about the following topics related to Dutch Pronunciation:
Pronunciation Tips
Pronunciation of Dutch Consonants
Pronunciation of Dutch Vowel sounds:
Dutch Short Vowel sounds
Dutch Long Vowel sounds
Dutch Combinations of Vowels
In this video we will talk about:
Some Dutch Pronunciation and Learning Tips and the Pronunciation of Dutch Consonants
- Real-World Conversation 2 Listen and Learn: Introductions, Greetings, Names1:26
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Real-World Conversation 2 Listening and Reading: Introductions, Greetings, Names0:37
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 2: Introductions, Greetings, Names3:02
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review :Introductions, Greetings, Names7:13
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:02
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people, and more.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations: Introductions, Greetings...5:12
Gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask& answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names
How to ask how people are
How to ask what people want to drink
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Pronunciation of Dutch Short Vowel sounds4:42
Dutch Vowels
Dutch Vowel sounds are sometimes tricky because they differ considerably from those in English. There are:
Short vowel sounds,
Long vowel sounds
Combinations of vowels
In this video, we will focus on the Pronunciation of Dutch Short Vowel sounds
- Your Personal Dutch Learning Support Session
- Real-World Conversation 3 Listen and Learn: Greetings, Introductions, Offers1:36
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Real-World Conversation 3 Listening and Reading: Greetings, Introductions, Offer0:47
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 3: Greetings, Introductions, Offers3:49
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Greetings, Introductions, Offers8:17
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself and others
How to ask people’s names
How to ask what people want to drink
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:39
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations of "negative" = NIET in Dutch3:37
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
The usage of the negative in Dutch the word "NIET"
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Pronunciation of Dutch Long Vowel Sounds6:11
Dutch Vowels
Dutch Vowel sounds are sometimes tricky because they differ considerably from those in English. There are:
Short vowel sounds,
Long vowel sounds
Combinations of vowels
In this video, we will focus on the Pronunciation of Dutch Long Vowel sounds
- Real-World Conversation 4 Listen and Learn: Greetings, Offers, Goodbye’s1:41
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to greet and say goodbye to people you know
How to ask what people want to drink
- Real-World Conversation 4 Listening and Reading: Greetings, Offers, Goodbye’s0:35
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
How to greet and say goodbye to people you know
How to ask what people want to drink
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 4 : Greetings, Offers, Goodbye’s3:09
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to greet and say goodbye to people you know
How to ask what people want to drink
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Greetings, Offers, Goodbye’s6:47
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
How to greet and say goodbye to people you know
How to ask what people want to drink
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture2:49
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations) Dutch Verbs, Make Questions6:03
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
How to use the Dutch Verbs:
Infinitive of verbs
the stem of the verb
How to make Questions
- Practice your Dutch2:33
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture2:25
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Pronunciation of Dutch Combination Vowel Sounds9:27
Dutch Vowels
Dutch Vowel sounds are sometimes tricky because they differ considerably from those in English. There are:
Short vowel sounds,
Long vowel sounds
Combinations of vowels
In this video, we will focus on the Pronunciation of Dutch Combination Vowel sounds
- Real-World Conversation 5 Listen and Learn: Introductions, Names, Locations1:11
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names and locations
How to ask how people are
- Real-World Conversation 5 Listening and Reading: Introductions, Names, Locations0:43
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names and locations
How to ask how people are
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 5: Introductions, Names, Locations1:47
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names and locations
How to ask how people are
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Introductions, Names, Locations3:07
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce yourself
How to say where you’re from
How to ask people’s names and locations
How to ask how people are
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations)4:55
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
How to Greet people and say goodbye
How to Ask people who they are/ where they’re from
Introduce yourself & others
- Practice your Dutch6:04
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:21
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations)2:27
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
How to Ask how people are and say how you are
Ask if people want something (to drink), say yes/no, thank you
- Practice your Dutch3:44
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations)4:38
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
Ask if people want something (to drink), say yes/no, thank you
- Key language Reminders3:30
A short summary of the most important topics we have spoken about so far.
- Real-World Conversation 6 Listen & Learn: Intro. Family, Languages, Nationality2:37
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Real-World Conversation 6 Listening & Reading: Intro, Family, Languages, Nation1:51
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 6: Introducing, Family, Languages, Nationalities5:37
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture1:54
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 6 cont.: Introducing, Family, Languages, Nationalities4:46
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:35
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 6 cont.: Introducing, Family, Languages, Nationalities3:54
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation & Review: Introducing, Family, Language...16:18
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit, you will learn
How to introduce someone
How to talk about your family
How to say which languages you speak
How to say what nationality you are
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations)11:00
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
Formal and Informal
Usage of ‘U’
How to Greet people
How to Ask someone's nationality
How to Ask whether someone has children
How to Say that something is right
How to Ask what languages someone speaks
How to Answer what languages you speak
- Practice your Dutch5:33
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations) Countries, Nationalities15:24
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
In this unit, you will learn
Countries, Nationalities, and languages
Verbs
Talking about the present: regular verbs
Talking about the present: irregular verbs
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture4:15
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Dutch Grammar Booster: Talking about the Present: Regular Verbs11:39
The Grammar Booster is designed for students who feel they need to become more confident in grammar. The module will cover a variety of grammatical and lexical aspects. It is good to do this but if you just want to and just have fun with the language first you can come back to this later.
You will learn how to:
Talk about the present: regular verbs
- Dutch Grammar Booster: Talk about the Present: Irregular Verbs10:28
The Grammar Booster is designed for students who feel they need to become more confident in grammar. The module will cover a variety of grammatical and lexical aspects. It is good to do this but if you just want to and just have fun with the language first you can come back to this later.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Dutch Numbers 1-105:09
Numbers 1-10
- Dutch Numbers 11-205:52
Dutch numbers 11-20
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Practice your Dutch5:59
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Key language Reminders3:39
A short summary of the most important topics we have spoken about so far.
- Real-World Conversation 7 Listen and Learn: Talking about Living Arrangements1:41
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Real-World Conversation 7 Listening and Reading: Living Arrangements1:03
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 7 : Talking about Living Arrangements4:15
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:00
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 7 :Talking about Living Arrangements2:51
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Talking about living arrangements14:14
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Practice your Dutch2:43
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture3:10
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Real-World Conversation 8 Listen and Learn: Living Arrangements & Surroundings1:57
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about the surrounding area
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Real-World Conversation 8 Listening & Reading: Living Arrangements & Surrounding1:15
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about the surrounding area
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 8 :Living Arrangements & Surroundings5:23
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about the surrounding area
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Cultural Insights & facts about the Netherlands and the Dutch culture2:14
A collection of interesting points about the country, including history, geography, its culture, cuisine, cities, flag, people and more.
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 8 cont.: Living Arrangements & Surroundings4:53
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about the surrounding area
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Living Arrangements & Surroundings13:30
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit, you will learn
How to ask and answer questions about accommodation
How to talk about the surrounding area
How to talk about your living arrangements
- Practice your Dutch2:44
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Real-World Conversation 9 Listen and Learn: Questions about Locations1:38
We are going to look at activities to practice your Dutch listening skills. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
Asking and answering questions about accommodation and locations
- Real-World Conversation 9 Listening and Reading: Questions about Locations0:51
Listening and reading comprehension exercises can make a difference in your understanding of Dutch. Reading and listening are essential to increase your vocabulary and fluency in Dutch.
In this unit you will learn:
Asking and answering questions about accommodation and locations
- Quick Vocabulary Builder 9: Questions about Locations3:14
In order to build your vocabulary, you need to listen to and say new words. Think about it – you never forget to say ‘you’. This is because it’s such a common word that you say it at least a hundred times every day. That is why you don’t forget it. Using new words in your everyday speech is important to improve your vocabulary. The first step to learning how to say new words is to listen to their correct pronunciation.
In this unit you will learn:
Asking and answering questions about accommodation and locations
- Vocabulary Summary, Pronunciation and Review: Questions about Locations7:53
Dutch pronunciation activities. Pronunciation activities to help with speaking Dutch. The goal in teaching pronunciation is not to rid learners of their own accents and distinctive ways of speaking. However, clarity in communication is the most important goal.
And we are going to look if you learned something, we are going to review some words and expressions. Don’t worry it’s going to be fun!
In this unit you will learn:
Asking and answering questions about accommodation and locations
- Practice your Dutch4:59
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations) Usage: De, het , Een, Plural9:32
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
In this unit you will learn:
The Usage Hè
How to Say Goodbyes
How to use De, het, een
How to make Plural
- Language insights (How to’s, Grammar, Explanations) continued: Three Verbs14:45
This section gives you a deeper insight in the mechanics of the Dutch language. We’re going to look at “How to” do make sentences and ask & answer questions. We will look at grammar rules and explanations about the way we use the language.
- Dutch Numbers 20-507:19
Dutch Numbers 20-50
- Dutch Numbers 50-10006:26
Dutch Numbers 50-1000
- Dutch Grammar Booster: Possessive Pronouns My, Your, His/Her11:46
The Grammar Booster is designed for students who feel they need to become more confident in grammar. The module will cover a variety of grammatical and lexical aspects. It is good to do this but if you just want to and just have fun with the language first you can come back to this later.
- Practice your Dutch4:40
Here you can find exercises relating to Dutch vocabulary, phrases and grammar.
- Key language Reminders3:44
A short summary of the most important topics we have spoken about so far.
- Practice Dutch Activities0:07
Boost your Dutch language skills with 'The Learner Lab', your dedicated interactive companion website packed with engaging activities.
Requirements
- Anyone can join this course, as long as you can understand a little bit of English because the course is being taught from English to Dutch.
Description
Do you want to start speaking Dutch quickly and confidently?
Dutch is often considered one of the easiest languages for English speakers to learn. With the right approach, you can begin speaking Dutch much faster than you might expect.
This course is designed for complete beginners (A1–A2) who want to learn Dutch from scratch in a simple, practical, and conversation-focused way.
Join 20,000+ students who have already started learning Dutch with this course.
So if you are planning to travel, study, work, or move to the Netherlands (Holland) or Belgium, this course will help you start communicating in Dutch as quickly as possible.
After completing this course, you will be able to speak Dutch and hold simple conversations using common Dutch phrases from daily life.
Traditional Methods Do Not Always Produce Good Results
I am originally from the Netherlands, and I have learned six languages myself. Because of this, I understand the challenges and frustrations of learning a new language.
Over the years I have taught thousands of students from all over the world, and it became clear to me that many traditional methods for learning Dutch used by institutions and courses do not always produce good results.
These methods often focus too heavily on memorizing grammar rules instead of actually using the language.
That is why I created this course and a new learning system designed to help people like you learn Dutch for beginners in a practical and natural way.
Dutch Communicative Language Teaching Method (DCLT)
I developed a system that I call the Dutch Communicative Language Teaching Method.
The idea behind this method is simple:
You learn a language best when you actively communicate real meaning.
When you talk about situations that happen in your day-to-day life, your natural language learning abilities become much more active. This allows you to learn the language faster and more effectively.
Real-World Conversations and Daily Situations
That is why all activities in this course are based on real-world conversations and situations from daily life.
Instead of artificial or irrelevant examples, you will learn Dutch through practical situations such as:
meeting new people
introducing yourself
talking about where you are from
ordering food and drinks
shopping in stores
talking about your family
discussing where you live
asking questions and interacting with others
This carefully designed system helps you build the Dutch language step by step, until you can understand and form sentences naturally.
From the very start, you will be listening to and speaking Dutch, absorbing sentence structures almost without realizing it.
How Does the Course Work?
This Learn Dutch Beginner course consists of 14 hours of video lessons and more than 90 lectures.
Each lesson includes:
speaking exercises
listening practice
Dutch grammar explanations
vocabulary building
cultural insights about the Netherlands and the Dutch language
The goal is to help you develop practical Dutch communication skills as quickly as possible.
What Will You Learn?
In this course you will learn how to:
introduce yourself and others
say where you are from
ask people’s names
ask how people are doing
talk about your family
talk about languages and nationalities
discuss where you live
ask and answer questions about accommodation
buy food and groceries
ask for things in shops
talk about money and prices
These topics correspond to CEFR Dutch level A1–A2, the beginner level of the Dutch language.
Learn Dutch Today
In this course, you will practice spoken dialogues that require no pen and paper.
Just listen and speak.
You will start speaking Dutch from the very beginning, making this an ideal system for beginners who want to learn Dutch naturally and quickly.
Click the Enroll button, and we will see you in the first lesson: Meeting New People.
Start learning Dutch today!
Begin nu en start met het leren van Nederlands!
About Dutch, Flemish, Holland and the Netherlands
Dutch is spoken by around 23 million native speakers worldwide.
It is the official language of:
• The Netherlands
• Belgium (Flanders)
• Suriname
Dutch is also an official language in Aruba, Curaçao, and St. Maarten.
The term Flemish refers to Dutch as spoken in Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of Belgium.
The difference between the Netherlands and Holland is that the Netherlands refers to the entire country (12 provinces), while Holland refers only to the two provinces, North Holland and South Holland. However, the name "Holland" is still widely used internationally.
Who this course is for:
- Anyone who wants to start speaking Dutch quickly and confidently
- Absolute beginners or anyone with very little knowledge of the Dutch language
- People who want a complete refresher of the basics of Dutch (A1–A2 level)
- Learners who prefer learning Dutch through speaking and real conversations rather than grammar-heavy study
- Travelers, expats, students or professionals moving to the Netherlands or Belgium who want practical Dutch for everyday situations