Colloquial Dutch provides a step-by-step course in Dutch as it is
written and spoken today.
Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the
language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to
communicate confidently and effectively in Dutch in a broad range of
situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required.
Key features include:
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- A clear, user-friendly format designed to help learners
progressively build up their speaking, listening, reading and
writing skills
- Jargon-free, succinct and clearly structured explanations of grammar
- An extensive range of focused and dynamic supportive exercises
- Realistic and entertaining dialogues covering a broad variety of
narrative situations
- Helpful cultural points explaining the customs and features of life
in The Netherlands
- An overview of the sounds of Dutch.
Balanced, comprehensive and rewarding, Colloquial Dutch is an
indispensable resource both for independent learners and students taking
courses in Dutch.
Colloquials are now supported by FREE AUDIO available online. All audio
tracks referenced within the text are free to stream or download from
www.routledge.com/cw/colloquials. Recorded by native speakers, the audio
complements the book and will help enhance learners' listening and
speaking skills.