Archive for 'Dutch Language'
Mag ik je iets vragen? Asking questions in Dutch Posted by sarah on Jan 5, 2010
I don’t know about you, but in order to get around my day, I have to ask a lot of questions. Here are some question words to help you get through your day as well. And maybe we’ll all be a little less confused, at least some of the time. Wat? What? Wat ga…
Gelukkig Nieuw Jaar met Vuurwerk Posted by sarah on Jan 1, 2010
Firework use in the Netherlands is unlike anything I have ever seen in the US. Most of the year, fireworks are illegal here, but starting around the middle of December people can order fireworks. On December 28th they can pick them up at the store, and for one day only, December 31st through New Year’s…
Dutch Formal and Informal Pronouns Posted by sarah on Dec 23, 2009
In Dutch, as in many languages, there is an informal way of addressing people and a formal way of addressing people. I’m going to provide some general rules for when to use them. Bear in mind that these are general rules based on my experiences in Amsterdam, which tends to be a more informal city. …
Pronunciation in Dutch Posted by sarah on Dec 21, 2009
One of the biggest obstacles when learning Dutch is pronunciation. In my time in the Netherlands, I’ve found that I can get away with grammar errors, spelling errors, and mixing up all kinds of things, as long as I properly pronounce the words. The trouble with Dutch is that it contains sounds that are often…
Sneeuw op een zondag Posted by sarah on Dec 20, 2009
Vandaag hadden we sneeuw in Amsterdam. Today we had snow in Amsterdam. Ik vond het heel moeilijk om in de sneeuw te fietsen, dus gingen we met de tram. I found it very difficult to cycle in the snow, so we went with the tram. We gingen met de tram naar het Spui, en toen…
Kerstbrood…Lekker! Posted by sarah on Dec 19, 2009
Now I know that the Netherlands isn’t exactly world-renowned for their fine cuisine, but there is one thing they do very very well. And that something is baking. From rich grainy brown breads, to appeltaart, stroopwafel, koekjes of all shapes and sizes, the Netherlands has an endless supply of carbohydrates to fill your tummy. One…
And We’re Back! Posted by sarah on Dec 17, 2009
As promised by George, we are back and hope to hit the ground running with some fresh and fun information for you. But first, you’re probably wondering who I am. Or maybe not, but introductions are in order. Mijn naam is Sarah en ik woon al anderhalf jaar in Nederland. -My name is Sarah and…