The New Routledge & Van Dale Dutch Dictionary

The New Routledge & Van Dale Dutch Dictionary
Author: Van Dale Uitgevers a Division of Vbk - Media
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Dutch language
ISBN: 9781138785809

This comprehensive and contemporary two-way dictionary is ideal for Dutch language learners and users at all levels. Key features of the dictionary include: Over 24,000 Dutch entries The use of colloquial and idiomatic language Useful contextual information within glosses Phonetic transcription for all Dutch headwords, aiding pronunciation Gender marked for all Dutch nouns Appendix of Dutch irregular verbs. This second edition has been systematically revised and updated throughout to provide: 9.000 new headwords and definitions, supported by 18,000 translations and helpful pronunciation aid Expanded and updated information for a number of the previously existing headwords, including the addition of 3000 new examples An improved layout and format for clearer and easier referencing Articles for Dutch nouns presented at a glance, in the margin before the headwords Conjugational information added to the Dutch verbs after the headwords.

Basic Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook

Basic Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook
Author: Jenneke A. Oosterhoff
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2009-05-07
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 113597554X

Basic Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume. This Workbook presents twenty-five individual grammar points in realistic contexts, providing a grammatical approach which will allow students not already familiar with these structures to become accustomed to their use. Grammar points are followed by examples and exercises allowing students to reinforce and consolidate their learning. Suitable for class use or self-study, Basic Dutch introduces Dutch culture and people through the medium of the language used today, providing students with the basic tools to express themselves in a wide variety of situations. Features include: useful exercises and a full answer key grammar tables for easy reference frequent comparative references to English grammar an appendix of irregular verbs an index of grammatical terms.

The Dutch Wife

The Dutch Wife
Author: Eric McCormack
Publisher: Penguin Canada
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2004-02-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 014318119X

Rachel, the mother of the aging professor Thomas Vanderlinden, shared her life with two men. Both went by the name of Rowland Vanderlinden. The first husband went abroad and never returned. The second, whom Rachel also unquestioningly accepted as her husband, was a mystery. In an attempt to understand his mother’s adventurous decisions regarding love and marriage, Thomas sets out on a journey to the far reaches of the Pacific to find the first Rowland, and his real father. As the mystery of the two Rowlands unfolds throughout the novel, so too does a fascinating portrait of one woman and the choices she makes. Set before a backdrop of fantastical places, The Dutch Wife is a profound meditation on the nature of love.

Intermediate Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook

Intermediate Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook
Author: Jenneke A. Oosterhoff
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2009-02-27
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1135975469

Intermediate Dutch is designed for learners who have achieved a basic proficiency and wish to refine their knowledge of grammatical structures. This Workbook, along with its companion volume Basic Dutch, provides clear and concise summaries of the essential points of Dutch grammar as well as opportunities to practice using the structures of the language. Building on the lessons of Basic Dutch, each of the twenty-four units presents a grammatical topic with an introduction and overview, followed by contextualized exercises to reinforce learning. Features include: a clear accessible format many useful language examples abundant exercises with a full answer key frequent references to English grammar an appendix on irregular verbs an index of grammatical keywords. Suitable for independent learners and students on taught courses, Intermediate Dutch, together with its sister volume Basic Dutch, forms a structured course in the essentials of Dutch grammar.

A Frequency Dictionary of Dutch

A Frequency Dictionary of Dutch
Author: Carole Tiberius
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2013-12-17
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1317933869

A Frequency Dictionary of Dutch is a valuable tool for all learners of Dutch, providing a list of the 5,000 most frequently used words in the language. Based on a 290 million word corpus which includes both written and spoken material from a wide range of sources, this dictionary presents Dutch core vocabulary in a detailed and clearly arranged manner: each of the 5,000 entries includes English equivalents and a sample sentence showing language in use. Users can access the top 5,000 words either through the main frequency listings or an alphabetical index. Throughout the frequency listings there are thematically organized lists featuring the top words from a variety of key topics such as animals, food and other areas of daily and cultural life. Words specific to Dutch in Belgium (Belgian Dutch) are also included. An engaging and efficient resource, A Frequency Dictionary of Dutch will enable students of all levels to get the most out of their study. This book was prepared in association with the Instituut voor Nederlandse Lexicologie (INL, Institute of Dutch Lexicology). A CD version is available to purchase separately. Designed for use by corpus and computational linguists, it provides the full text in a format that researchers can process and turn into suitable lists for their own research purposes.

Dutch

Dutch
Author: William Z. Shetter
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2002
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780415235020

This new edition presents an accessible description of Dutch, supported throughout by diagrams and examples. An improved pronunciation guide now been introduced and the vocabulary brought up to date.

Dutch: A Comprehensive Grammar

Dutch: A Comprehensive Grammar
Author: Bruce Donaldson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2008-06-17
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1134082363

Dutch: A Comprehensive Grammar is a complete reference guide to modern Dutch grammar. This completely updated new edition covers the new spelling system introduced in 1997 and the latest reform of 2005. A new section covers modal particles. Concentrating on the real patterns of use in modern Dutch through lively and accessible descriptions of the language, the Grammar is an essential reference source for the learner of Dutch, irrespective of level. It is ideal for use in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types as well as being indispensable to those teaching themselves. The volume is organized to promote a thorough understanding of Dutch grammar. It offers a stimulating analysis of the complexities of the language, and provides full and clear explanations. Throughout, the emphasis is on Dutch as used by present-day native-speakers. An extensive index and numbered paragraphs provide readers with easy access to the information they require. Features include: • detailed treatment of the common grammatical structures and parts of speech • extensive exemplification • particular attention to areas of confusion and difficulty • Dutch-English parallels highlighted throughout the book

Dutch in 3 Months with Free Audio App

Dutch in 3 Months with Free Audio App
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 0744065259

Speak and understand Dutch in 3 months! This practical language learning course is packed with Dutch vocabulary, grammar insights and tips to make learning a new language easier. It also includes an audio app that makes learning interactive! Inside this Dutch language book, you’ll find: • “Imitated pronunciation” sections that make unfamiliar Dutch sounds less daunting to English learners • Word lists, key phrases and model sentences that build vocabulary • Three self-assessment sections that allow the learner to engage with their own learning, and exercises follow each grammar lesson, reinforcing what has just been taught • Two mini bilingual dictionaries, meaning you can check words in both English and Dutch Speak Dutch fluently in only 12 weeks! Hugo: Dutch in 3 Months has a fresh new look and an accompanying audio app to make learning Dutch easy and fun. This self-study course provides all the resources needed to speak, read and write in Dutch. The 12 weekly chapters contain lessons on the key grammatical structures and present a range of useful vocabulary, along with exercises to reinforce your learning. The essentials of Dutch grammar are clearly explained and tested in conversational exercises, giving you the authentic feel of the language. In addition to a written “imitated pronunciation” guide, which replaces Dutch sounds with English syllables you’re already familiar with, the new audio app also allows you to perfect your pronunciation — at home or on the go. Whether you’re learning a new language for work, a future vacation or as a hobby, the Hugo language course series is the perfect place to start. Learn languages like French, German, Italian or Spanish in only 12 weeks! Each course includes an audio app to help with understanding and pronunciation. Language learning has never been so easy!