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Dutch

Nederlands · 25 million speakers

Level

Absolute Beginner

Dutch is the closest major language to English — you already know more than you think.

Voice:

Hallo

Hello·greeting

Real scenario

Amsterdam business meeting or Rotterdam port logistics partner.

Dank je wel

Thank you·phrase

Real scenario

Informal thanks — use dank u wel (formal) in business contexts.

Alsjeblieft

Please / Here you go·phrase

Real scenario

Both "please" when requesting AND when handing something to someone — critical dual-use word.

Hoeveel kost dat?

How much does that cost?·question

Real scenario

Trade fair in Amsterdam or negotiating Dutch supplier pricing.