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● FeaturedDescribe your family and friends: Dutch adjectives for appearance and personality
Go beyond 'leuk' and 'mooi'. Learn a variety of Dutch adjectives to describe what people look like and how they act.
Construction in your street: Dutch words for 'omleiding', 'geluidsoverlast', and 'werkzaamheden'
Roadwork and construction are common in Dutch cities. Learn the vocabulary found on signs and in neighborhood letters.
Better than 'goed': Mastering irregular comparison forms in Dutch
Not every adjective takes -er and -st. Learn the essential irregular comparisons for 'good', 'much', and 'little'.
Bigger than or as big as? Master 'als' and 'dan' for Dutch comparisons
Use the correct comparison words so you don't sound like a beginner when describing differences and similarities.
Meet me at the square: Dutch words for 'plein', 'gracht', 'steeg', and 'rotonde'
Navigate Dutch cities like a pro. Learn the specific terms for different types of streets, waterways, and public spaces.
Survive a 'kringverjaardag': Dutch vocabulary for hosting and attending a birthday
Congratulations! You're invited to a Dutch birthday. Learn the vocabulary for 'gefeliciteerd', snacks, and party etiquette.
Bathroom maintenance: Dutch words for 'ontkalker' and plumbing
Keep your bathroom clean and functional. Learn the Dutch terms for cleaning limescale, fixing leaks, and identifying bathroom fixtures.
How much? Using 'heel', 'erg', and 'zeer' to intensify Dutch
Differentiate between the three ways to say 'very' and 'really' in Dutch to sound more natural in your descriptions.
Too much or enough? Using 'te' and 'genoeg' in Dutch
Differentiate between 'te' (too) and 'genoeg' (enough) and learn their unique positions in a Dutch sentence.
The Stam+T rule: Avoiding the most common spelling error
When does a verb end in -d, -t, or -dt? We break down the stam+t rule so you can conjugate correctly in the Writing exam.
The Donorregister: Why you are automatically a donor (unless you say no)
Since 2020, every adult in NL is registered in the Donorregister. Learn what the four options are and how to change yours.
Reporting Discrimination: Your rights and the 'Meldpunt'
Discrimination is illegal in the workplace and in housing. Learn where to go if you are treated unfairly because of your background.
Using your DigiD safely: Protecting your Dutch digital identity
Your DigiD gives access to your taxes, medical records, and subsidies. Learn why you should never share your login details with anyone.
DigiD 101: How to apply for and activate your digital identity
Without a DigiD, you cannot access government services. Follow our concrete guide to getting your code and setting up the app.
The Delta Works: Engineering against the North Sea floods
After the 1953 flood disaster, the Dutch built a massive defense system. Learn about the dams and barriers that keep the country safe.
The Dutch 'borrel': Essential vocabulary for networking and small talk
Join the Dutch social ritual of the borrel with phrases for introducing yourself, making small talk, and ordering drinks.
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