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Why We Found Learning Dutch So Confusing | Our Language Learning Journey

Why We Found Learning Dutch So Confusing | Our Language Learning Journey 🎯 Personalized 1-on-1 language lessons with native teachers on italki 🎉 Buy $10 get $5 for free with code DUTCH2026. 💻 Web: https://go.italki.com/dutchlife2601 | 📱 App: https://go.italki.com/dutchlife2601app Learning Dutch as an expat or immigrant in the Netherlands can be confusing, hilarious, and occasionally humbling. 😅 In this video, we share our Dutch language learning journey, the biggest mistakes we keep making, and the words and sounds that still trip us up. From the infamous ja, nee and nee, ja to tricky Dutch pronunciation like **hoor, hoer, huur**, the **Dutch “ch” sound**, and the difference between **V and W**, this video breaks down why Dutch is harder than it looks — especially for English speakers. We also talk about common **Dutch expressions**, regional accents like the **Amsterdam accent**, and how saying goodbye in Dutch is never just one word (*doei!*). Perfect for: Expats and immigrants living in the Netherlands People learning Dutch (A1–B1) English speakers struggling with Dutch pronunciation Anyone curious about Dutch culture & language quirks through a foreign lens In this video, we cover: 00:00 Intro 00:38 Our stumbling blocks when learning Dutch 02:01 Sponsor 03:47 Entering the Real World scenario 05:55 Introduction to our first Dutch idiom 07:14 Ja, ja 08:04 Ja, nee 08:43 Nee, ja 09:06 Nee hoor 10:00 Tricky Dutch diphthongs (hoor – hoer – huur) 11:15 Difference between Dutch V and W sounds 12:07 The Dutch *-ch* sound 13:12 Doei 13:58 Long Dutch goodbyes 15:14 Heee 15:33 Amsterdam accent & dropping the “n” 16:30 Dutch idioms 20:51 Dutch tongue twister If you’re learning Dutch and have ever said yes when you meant no — you’re not alone. 💬 Comment below: *Which Dutch word or sound is hardest for you?* 👍 Like & subscribe for more expat life and learning Dutch in the Netherlands. #italki #languagelearning #onlinetutors Planning to move to the Netherlands? Get our downloadable expat guides: The Expat Checklist The Expat Pet Handbook: Netherlands Edition 👉 https://dutchdiaries.gumroad.com