Language and culture
On this page, you can read more about Dutch language and culture: from expressions and puns to public holidays and famous people from Dutch history. You can also read more about Dutch artists and Dutch manners.
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Short phrases for expressing your opinion in Dutch
In conversation, Dutch people often use short phrases to respond quickly. This is handy, but not always easy. In this article, you will learn phrases for expressing your opinion and responding clearly. You will learn how to say whether you agree, disagree or are still undecided.
Dutch expressions and sayings that also exist in many other languages
There are many expressions and sayings in Dutch. In this article, you will learn a number of Dutch expressions and sayings that have a similar form or meaning in other languages.
How do you use expressions relating to the sea, sailing and ships in Dutch?
The Dutch language has many expressions. The Netherlands is a coastal country with a long history of seafaring. Consequently, the Dutch language contains many expressions relating to sailing and ships. In this article, you can read more about these expressions.
Short phrases to describe situations in Dutch
Sometimes things go well, sometimes they do not, and sometimes there is nothing you can do about it. In Dutch, people often use short phrases to describe a situation quickly. In this article, you will learn useful phrases for positive, neutral and negative situations.
Useful short phrases: how to express your emotions in Dutch
In conversation, Dutch people often use short phrases to express their emotions. In this article, you will learn phrases you can use to respond in different situations. You will learn how to say that you are happy, angry, surprised or disappointed.
What can you say when something does not work out? Useful phrases in Dutch
In everyday life, you often hear short sentences. They are not always easy. In this article, you will learn some useful phrases for when things do not go to plan. This will help you respond more effectively and ask for help.
Dutch expressions: how is an 'appel' (apple) used in the Dutch language?
The Dutch language is full of expressions, including about food. For example, the word "appel" (apple) is common and has different meanings. In this article you will read about different expressions and what they mean. We also explain the role of expressions in the Netherlands.
Dutch expressions: how is an 'ei' (egg) used in the Dutch language?
In Dutch there are many expressions with food. The word "ei" (egg) is often seen. In these expressions it is usually not literally about an egg, but about something that is easy, small or valuable.
Holidays in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, there are official holidays and traditional celebrations. Some days are national holidays by law. In this article you will find an overview of important holidays, what they mean and how they are celebrated.
Learn better Dutch with the NOS Journaal in Makkelijke Taal
Would you like to learn Dutch and keep up to date with the news in the Netherlands at the same time? If so, you can watch the NOS Journaal in Makkelijke Taal every weekday.