Alles is taal

19/08/2026

WORD OF THE WEEK: LANGZAAM

One of my students said to me this week:

"I’m so slow. It takes me forever to make a sentence in Dutch."

But langzaam (slow) is not a bad thing, I told her.

In fact, practising slowly is often exactly what you need to eventually speak faster and more naturally.

First, you search for the words.
You find the right word order.
You say the sentence out loud a few times.
You listen to the rhythm and melody.
And then you try again.

Your brain is working hard in the background, recognising patterns and making new connections.

So if you need some time to make a sentence in Dutch: take that time.

Langzaam is ook vooruitgang.
Slow is progress too.

What you practise slowly and often enough will eventually start to come naturally. Step by step! You will get there.

Word of the week: LANGZAAM.

04/07/2026

Most people think they need hours to improve their Dutch.

But is that really true?

A few minutes here and there can make a real difference.

Your commute is a perfect example. I am a fan of learning in a consistent but also practical way.

🎧 Listen to a Dutch podcast.
📖 Read a few signs or advertisements.
🗣️ Repeat a few words out loud (or quietly in your head 😉).

Small moments add up.

That's exactly why I created my free guide with 12 practical ways to practise Dutch, even if you have a busy life.

You'll find the link in my bio. 🇳🇱

04/07/2026

What if learning Dutch didn't have to take hours every day?

One of the biggest misconceptions about learning a language is that you need lots of time.

You don't need to.

What you do need is a way of practising that fits into your everyday life.

That's why I created this free guide.

Inside you'll find 12 practical and enjoyable ways to practise Dutch, without spending hours with a grammar book.

Because even 10 minutes a day can make a real difference. What you need is consistency.

Every small step every day helps you build confidence.
Every conversation teaches you something.
And every bit of practice brings you closer to speaking Dutch more naturally.

If you've been waiting for the "perfect moment" to start, this is it.

Download your free guide via the link in my bio and discover how learning Dutch can become part of your day, not another task on your to-do list.

And remember: it’s not about perfection!

Succes 💪🏽

24/06/2026

Do you ever feel like this?

You know the Dutch words in your head… but when the moment comes, they don’t come out.
Or the conversation moves on before you’ve had time to say something.

I hear this so often in my classes. And I want you to know: this doesn’t mean your Dutch isn’t good enough ❤️

Speaking a language is not only about knowing more words. It’s also about confidence, practice and finding ways that work for you.

That’s why I created a free guide with 12 practical ideas to help make practising Dutch feel easier, more natural and more enjoyable.

You can download it here:

https://allesistaal.plugandpay.com/checkout/feel-more-confident-learning-dutch

I’d love to know: what do you find most difficult when speaking Dutch?

Hartelijke groet,

Ieke/ Alles is taal

This guide will increase the way you learn Duth dramatically, when put into practise!

11/06/2026

✨️What is something you achieved recently?

27/05/2026

Word of the day:
ochtend ☀️

Some people meditate.
Some people journal.
Some people take cold showers 🥶
I run 3 km very slowly and hope for the best 😄

This morning I went for a short run in nature and
it already made the day feel better. It helps me to have a happy mindset.

Today’s Dutch word is:
ochtend = morning
Article "de".
De ochtend.

Example:
“In de ochtend drink ik koffie.” (In the morning I drink coffee.)

Now tell me:
What does your ideal morning look like?

20/05/2026

Dutch can be cruel.😅

Almost every expat learning Dutch makes this mistake.

👉🏽 Sniper

20/05/2026

Dutch can be cruel sometimes. 😅

Even advanced Dutch learners say this wrong sometimes.

👉🏽 Sniper

13/05/2026

A place in the Valkenboskwartier
where you can practice your Dutch,
ask questions
and simply walk in ☕

Your neighborhood Dutch spot in The Hague.

22/04/2026

Less shy, more confident!

This is what I help my students with.

Want this too?
DM me "KING" 🇳🇱