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Why Learn Dutch?

One of the most widely spoken West Germanic languages, Dutch is spoken by approximately 25 million people worldwide as their primary language. The majority of Dutch speakers are located in the Netherlands and Belgium, but given the extensive influence of the Netherlands’ historic Dutch colonial empire, the Dutch language is also prevalent in the Caribbean, South America, Africa, and other European countries.
In the Caribbean alone, Dutch is the official language of six countries. Aside from the Netherlands and Belgium, Dutch is also native to Suriname and the Nord region of France. An additional 5 million people speak Dutch as their secondary language.
If you’d like to learn to speak Dutch, you’ve come to the right place. Pimsleur is a leading language-learning program with millions of satisfied customers all across the world. Our customers come from government agencies, CEO boardrooms, and educational institutions, and many are curious learners just like yourself. Based on the Pimsleur Method™, our Dutch lessons are designed around four principal tenets proven to help anyone learn a new language:
Core Vocabulary, Organic Learning, Graduated Interval Recall, and the Principle of Anticipation.
With our Dutch-only Premium subscription or All Access subscription, which includes every language in the Pimsleur catalog, you have the tools and resources to learn Dutch the right way – and much faster than you probably thought possible!
Learn the Dutch language online and enjoy the following benefits:
- A deeper, more nuanced understanding of Dutch culture.
- Fascinating travel possibilities in the Netherlands, northern Europe, the Caribbean, and plenty of other locales.
- The ability to converse with native Dutch speakers about everyday things. Order off a menu in Amsterdam, chat about the weather in Saint Maarten, and other casual conversations.
- And much more!
Take control of your quest to learn Dutch – Pimsleur puts you on the path to achieving your personal language learning goals!
The Best Way to Learn the Dutch Language
Why Choose Pimsleur for Online Dutch Lessons?
Pimsleur provides the means to learn Dutch online – all you bring to the table is a regular time commitment and genuine curiosity. An awesome benefit of our Dutch courses is they allow you to learn the Dutch language from anywhere, at any time! Walking the dog, doing laundry, even driving in the car – it’s always a great time to study Dutch with Pimsleur!
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Learn Dutch with the Pimsleur App
Speak Dutch with Confidence. Read like a Native.
Through his research, Dr. Pimsleur found that traditional teaching methods like memorizing vocabulary, conjugating verbs, and practicing grammar actually SLOW DOWN your ability to learn Dutch. He called them the kiss of total silence because they made it nearly impossible to speak the Dutch language. It's the reason learning a language feels so difficult, when it should feel totally natural.
It makes sense when you think about it. Have you ever seen a toddler memorizing vocabulary lists? Or picking out parts of speech in a sentence diagram? Of course not. Children learn language the way we were meant to ‐ by listening. That's because we are hardwired to remember sounds and store them in our memory automatically.
It's the same way you pick up a song on the radio. You don't have to study the lyrics or understand musical notes and chords to remember a song. Chances are, if you hear a song once you can sing along the next time you hear it.
Don't miss out. Try learning Dutch with Pimsleur today while your first week is FREE!
Common Questions About Learning Dutch
Is Dutch a difficult language to learn?
How long does it take to learn Dutch language?
What are the main challenges when learning Dutch?
How important is pronunciation in learning Dutch?
Is the Dutch course suitable for complete beginners?
_Geen ervaring met het spreken van Nederlands? Geen probleem! _OK, you don’t know Dutch just yet, so here’s the translation: No experience speaking Dutch? No problem! Our lessons are ideal for novices, and best of all, beginners can learn to speak Dutch anytime and anywhere with the Pimsleur app in their pocket!
What does the Pimsleur Dutch subscription include?
You’ll get an accessible, flexible, and oh-so fun learning program to help you learn Dutch the right way – and quickly, too! Your Pimsleur Dutch lessons include proven audio language instruction with helpful learning modules and exercises to help you grasp new concepts. We ensure you absorb Dutch naturally, since the Pimsleur Dutch language course is informed by the scientifically proven Pimsleur Method.
Pimsleur’s Dutch course is trusted by major corporations, intelligence organizations, governmental agencies, and individual learners – just like you! Sign up with our Pimsleur Dutch subscription today and see how easy and intuitive learning can be!
Is Pimsleur effective for learning Dutch?
There’s no other language learning platform as effective as your Pimsleur Dutch language course. We take you directly to the heart of the language and get you learning Dutch like a child does, with a focus on speaking and listening to the language.
The Pimsleur Dutch course has advanced learning tools to guide you along your educational journey. Our AI voice coach gives you expert, timely feedback to perfect pronunciation. Interactive, collaborative resources, like our Digital Flash Cards and quick match games, make the entire process fun and informative. You’ll be able to speak basic Dutch words after your first lesson, and enjoy every minute of your instruction!
How long are Pimsleur Dutch lessons?
Your Pimsleur Dutch language course helps you learn the language without life getting in the way. The 30-minute Dutch lessons provide world-class instruction along with our additional learning tools that can be used after the lesson. As you learn Dutch with Pimsleur, you’ll anticipate what expert speakers are conveying, which helps you acquire the skills necessary to speak Dutch conversationally.
Best of all, you can learn Dutch anytime, anywhere, at your leisure. The Pimsleur Dutch lessons include a convenient hands-free mode, so you can study Dutch in the car, en route to your next destination.