Beautiful Language Can Hide in Great Sorrow
Nuances of Dutch language are sometimes difficult for non-native speakers. But these difficulties have led to creative language discoveries.
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15 ResultsDouble Dutch and Beyond
The United Kingdom and The Netherlands' shared history has a big and often funny impact on each other's language.
Dutch and Flemish Studies in Michigan: From 70 to 190 Students
By linking the course to contemporary issues, Dutch and Flemish Studies in Michigan is now more in demand than ever.
Flemings have a problematic and complex relationship with their language
Flemish and Dutch people have a totally different relationship with their language. Editor-in-chief Luc Devoldere explains why.
French Still Resonates in the Linguistic Universe of the Fleming
For centuries, the Dutch language in Belgium had to pave the way for French. And yet, editor-in-chief Luc Devoldere, a Fleming, wouldn’t miss French for the world.
From Dutch Alps to Double Dutch. When Dutch Means No Good
The English language has many names and expressions in which the word Dutch is used. Its meaning is often negative.
From Dwile to Forlorn Hope. This Is Why English Sometimes Sounds Like Dutch
Due to its geographical closeness to the Low Countries, Britain has played an important role in the history of the Dutch language.
Here Comes the Dutch Literary Invasion
Starting this month, Dutch literature will present itself under the title 'New Dutch Writing' at more than 70 festivals and events in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
New Study Shows That Dutch and Flemish Emigrants Cling to Their Language and Culture
Remarkable conclusions from the very first global study of the preservation of Dutch language, culture and identity.
When Did New York Stop Speaking Dutch?
Despite the English conquest of the northeast coast of North America in 1664, the Dutch language continued to thrive in New York and northern New Jersey for generations, persisting into the twentieth century in certain areas.
Who Is in Charge of Language?
When it comes to Dutch, editor-in-chief Luc Devoldere states that it is not clear who determines which language norms to respect and which rules to adhere to.
Why Do We Speak Dutch Today?
Why do we call the language we speak today 'Dutch'?
Why Dutch-Speakers Have Such a Hard Time with Gender-Neutral Language
The English language knows 'they' for one person. But in Dutch a gender-neutral alternative to 'he' and 'she' is still a long way off. This may have to do with a grammatical rule that Dutch speakers consider important.
Why We All Should Learn Seventeenth-Century Dutch
If you really want to understand how the Dutch lived in the Golden Age, then you should learn to read 17th century Dutch.
Written Dutch Originated as a Translation Tool
When did the first texts written in Dutch date from?
