23 million people worldwide · 1 writing systems
Language of Netherlands
The Netherlands is a small but culturally rich country in Europe known for its vibrant language, Dutch. Dutch is spoken by most people in the Netherlands, and it has an interesting mix of sounds due to its Germanic roots. Let's explore Dutch language and its unique features!
About the Script
Dutch uses the Latin alphabet but has unique sounds like 'ij' and 'ui'.
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Latin Script
The Dutch language is written using the Latin alphabet with its own phonetic highlights.
Phrase Cards
Fun Fact
The Dutch inspired the name of New York City's borough, Brooklyn, which was named after Breukelen in the Netherlands.
Fun Fact
The Netherlands has more bicycles than people!
Cultural Note
In the Netherlands, many people speak multiple languages like English, German, and French.
Vocabulary
Can you compare how 'thank you' is said in Dutch and another language you know?
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