Common mistake Dutch speakers make (English edition) 👇
“You’re going to learn me English?”
In English, learn and teach are not the same.
👉 The correct way is: “You’re going to teach me English?”
A small change that makes your English sound much more natural
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At Language Corner, we believe that learning a new language should be an enjoyable experience. That's why our language courses are designed to teach students in a way that is engaging, educational, social, and most importantly... fun! Our team of certified teachers are passionate and devoted to bringing out the best in students. Classes offered at Language Corner are highly interactive, and are he
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Learning Dutch? These are some of the most common challenges expats face.
👉 Difficult sounds like ui, eu and the famous Dutch g
👉 Understanding fast, informal Dutch in real conversations
👉 Sentence structure and verb placement
👉 Translating everything in your head before speaking
👉 Knowing when to use je or u
👉 And of course… Dutch people switching to English all the time
The good news? These struggles are completely normal and part of the learning process. Most Dutch people switch to English because they want to help, not because your Dutch is bad. So keep speaking, even if it’s not perfect. That’s how confidence grows!
Common mistake expats make (Dutch edition) 👇
“Ik studeer Nederlands thuis”
In Dutch, studeren is mostly used for studying at university or college.
👉 The correct way is: “Ik leer Nederlands thuis”
Small difference, but it sounds much more natural to native speakers.
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Join our “Improv” your Dutch Masterclass and experience how speaking practice can actually be fun. Through role plays, games, free scenes, and real-life scenarios, you’ll improve your fluency, vocabulary, and confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment. No pressure, no judgment, and mistakes are absolutely allowed!
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Common mistake expats make (Dutch edition) 👇
In Dutch, we don’t say “ik ben goed” in this situation. The correct answer is: “Het gaat goed”
Small change, big difference in how natural you sound.
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We want you to feel confident speaking a new language in real life. Not just in the classroom, but at work, in conversations, and in everyday situations. That’s why we focus on real communication, small groups, and a personal approach.
Because learning a language should help you connect, not hold you back!
Common mistake internationals make (Spanish edition) 👇
“It’s very hot today” → Es muy caliente hoy
In Spanish, you don’t use ‘ser’ for the weather.
The correct way is: Hace mucho calor
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14/05/2026
Learning Dutch as an expat? Start simple 👇
Don’t try to translate everything in your head. Focus on key words and short sentences first. The more you speak, the faster you’ll feel comfortable.
You don’t need perfect Dutch to have real conversations. You just need to start!
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Common mistake Dutch speakers make (English edition) 👇
“What say you?”
It might sound logical… but it’s not how native speakers say it.
The correct way is: “What did you say?”
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