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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Discover the Dutch language: expressions, proverbs and humour
The Dutch language is rich in expressions, proverbs and jokes involving a double meaning. Imagery, directness and irony play an important role. In this article you will read what all of these mean.
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.
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