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Dutch Language Course
Dutch Language Course Details
Even if English is the official language in your workplace, you still benefit from learning Dutch. Learning Dutch becomes more important if you stay here for a longer period. Also, if you’re searching for a job in the Netherlands, you will definitely increase your chances on the job market by learning Dutch.
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Q: DELF A1 Syllabus?
Ans: This DELF A1 Syllabus contains an overview of what a student is expected to know at the A1 level. After completing the DELF A1 level course, you should be able to accomplish the following:
-Greet people
-Talk about yourself
-Talk about where you live
-Talk about your family members
-Talk about your likes and dislikes
-Engage in a simple buy-and-sell situation
-Ask about the day, the time and the date
-Accept and refuse
-Read simple notices, posters and catalogues
-Fill in a simple form
-Write a simple postcard
- A1 and A2: basic user. B1 and B2: independent user. C1 and C2: proficient user. For a more detailed description of every level, please look
| Level | Outcome | Duration |
| Dutch A1 Level | Understanding and communication of basic, familiar expressions, self- introduction. Develop ability to respond to simple questions and write simple, short sentences pertaining to oneself | 30 Hours |
| Dutch A2 Level | Understanding and communication of daily situations related to personal and professional life. Can speak briefly about simple everyday topics such as visiting a restaurant, departmental store, travelling and write short essays on simple topics. | 40 Hours |
| Dutch B1 Level | Understanding and communication of daily situations related to 60 hours personal and professional life. Can speak briefly about simple everyday topics such as visiting a restaurant, departmental store, travelling and write short essays on simple topics. | 60 Hours |
| Dutch B2 Level | Understanding of literary texts and articles from newspapers, magazines. Develop ability to confidently communicate with native speakers and express thoughts and opinions on various issues | 80 Hours |
Level of difficulty as compared to English
| Speaking | Moderate |
| Grammar | Moderate Easy |
| Writing | Moderate Easy |
| Overall Difficulty | Moderate Easy |
| Course | Start Date | Schedule | Timings |
| Dutch A1 | 4/4/2023 | Weekends | 2.00pm to 4.00pm |
| Dutch A1 | 16/3/2023 | Weekday | 7.00pm to 8.30pm |
New courses and batches are added to our calendar frequently and may not always reflect in the course calendar. To know more about the latest courses or language, contact us and we will help you with an ideal slot.
1. Learn Dutch to Gain (more) Independence
It is a fact that you can speak English almost anywhere in the Netherlands (around 86% of the population speak English). However, it’s good to know basic phrases so that you can navigate your way around places where no one speaks English. What would you do if everyone got brainwashed into forgetting English? While that’s extremely unlikely, you get the gist. Some people may not be able to fully help you or ask you what you need in the unlikely event that you need help. Trust us, a little bit of Dutch goes a long way.
2. Learning Dutch Helps with Practicalities
In addition to knowing basic words and phrases to live your new life somewhat independently, there are a few practical reasons too. For instance, knowing some Dutch makes reading restaurant menus, road signs, newspapers, and ingredient lists much easier. You won’t get lost and you’ll be able to make your way through a supermarket by yourself! It also makes administrative procedures like filling out taxes or applying for certain allowances much easier. You won’t need a third-party translator and will have the satisfaction of being one step closer to being a fully-fledged adult.
3. One Language, Many Countries
Dutch isn’t only spoken in the Netherlands. Though it isn’t as global a language as say Spanish, by speaking Dutch, you can now confidently visit Belgium, Suriname, and the Caribbean, specifically Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten. Sweet! In addition, Dutch is somewhat like Afrikaans, which is spoken in South Africa and Namibia. That’s 8 birds with 1 stone!
4. English Gives you an Advantage when Learning Dutch
Despite how different Dutch and English sound, they’re actually genetically-related languages. Without getting into all the gory details, what this means is that knowing English gives you an advantage for learning Dutch. You’ll still have to get used to weird Dutch diphthongs though. Moreover, if you know another continental European language (especially German, they’re practically dialects of each other) you’ve got another advantage. Props to you if you speak these languages because you’ll have an easier time learning Dutch!
5. Learn Dutch to Get to Know the Culture
Culture isn’t always visible. The culture of a place also includes its language, sayings, humor, and even songs. Therefore, by speaking a bit of Dutch or learning to understand it, you can learn a great deal about Dutch culture. Plus, you can talk to locals! Locals are always a great way to integrate yourself.
6. Looking for a Part-time Job
Lastly, though finding an English job is by no means difficult (check out our in-depth guides on working in the Netherlands and finding a part-time job for more info), it can be beneficial to show an employer that you understand some Dutch. Even being able to say basic phrases could be helpful for jobs like being a waiter or waitress or in retail. In jobs where you might be communicating with people, guests, or clients, it’s never a bad thing to boast some language skills.
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