Dutch LangUage Tips
Welcome to the Dutch Made Easy blog. Here you will find a variety of Dutch culture and language insights and tips. Have a topic you’d like to see featured here? Get in touch and let me know!
Leverage Social Media to Supercharge Your Dutch Learning
Following Dutch influencers can give you daily exposure to the language while offering a window into Dutch culture. Here’s why this technique is a great way to supplement your Dutch lessons and how to make the most of it.
Let’s Learn Dutch: Sinterklaas Explained!
The best way to learn a language is through its culture. In this series I will explain Dutch traditions, highlighting important vocabulary words long the way.
How to Maximize Duolingo for Learning Dutch
Duolingo is one of the most popular language-learning apps, and for good reason.Here’s how you can get the most out of it by combining it with your Dutch lessons and other tools.
The Power of Writing: How Keeping a Journal In Dutch Accelerates Your Learning
In each of your Dutch lessons you will learn new words and by journaling you can put those words directly to use. Here's how to get started!
Ways to Build Confidence When Speaking Dutch
Speaking a new language is intimidating without a doubt. Here is a round up of practical tips to help you build your speaking confidence and put your Dutch lessons to use!
Mastering the Dutch “G'“ Sound
The Dutch "g" requires some attention to get right. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you tackle the Dutch "G" and impress your language instructor or practice partners.
How to Learn Dutch Faster: 6 Insider Tips
Here are six tips to help you learn Dutch faster and get the most out of your Dutch course!
Supplement Your Dutch Lessons With This reading Tip
Many learners of a language turn to children’s books to boost their skills, but for Dutch language students there is a better solution.
Learn Dutch Faster With These Websites
Whether you are taking a Dutch course or learning independently, reading is the fastest way to level up your vocabulary. Here are 3 websites I recommend to all of my students.
25 Very Dutch Words and Phrases Explained
From lief to appje here is a list of 25 frequently used and uniquely Dutch words and phrases.
12 Common Dutch Phrases Explained
If you live in The Netherlands you will likely hear these 12 common Dutch phrases daily. Learning them is easy and it will go a long way in helping you follow along in conversations.
7 Reasons you should Begin A Dutch course now
Despite the fact that English is common in The Netherlands, year after year, people come to me lamenting that not knowing Dutch is getting in their way. Here are 7 reasons you should begin a Dutch course today.
16 dutch words every foodie should know
From biertje to stroopwafel ? here is a vocabulary list dedicated to Dutch food traditions.