Dutch Speaking Academy - Speak Dutch with Confidence

• #108 | Dutch Small Talk: must-know conversation starters for real-life situations (Dutch for B1 - with subtitles)

  Ready to speak more Dutch – beyond just “Hoe gaat het?”In this video, I’ll teach you real Dutch conversation starters that locals actually use. In easy to follow Dutch - with subtitles. They’re easy, effective, and instantly help you connect — whether you’re at the school gate, in the supermarket, or by the coffee machine at work.No more awkward silences or switching back to English.These Dutch phrases help you to connect, enjoy small talk, and build confidence while your'e at it. You’ll learn:How to open any convo with the weather (yes, it’s a thing in Dutch culture!)How to give casual compliments that feel naturalWhat to say on Mondays ("lekker weekend gehad?") or Fridays ("leuke plannen dit weekend?")And… how to reply like a local with:“Nou!”“Zeg dat wel!”And even, “Nee joh, Zeeman, drie euro!” (when someone compliments your outfit) This is a must-watch if you want to make Dutch part of your daily life.Practice these phrases, try them this week — and let me know in the comments how it went!🎟️ JOIN ME LIVE: SWITCH TO DUTCH – July 2 in AmsterdamWant my help making the switch from English to Dutch?Join my high-energy evening workshop on Wednesday 2 July in Amsterdam. You’ll learn how to start speaking Dutch with confidence — in just one evening.🪪 Space is limited → https://lu.ma/n6lpl33cDon' forget to subscribe to this podcast - and to leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Dank je wel lieverd!Mariskahttps://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbriefhttps://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/

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• #107 | Dutch for Parents - Waarom nu? (Instagram live 26 mei 2025)

  Dutch for Parents – laatste kans (chance) om mee te doen!Are you an international parent who wants to feel more confident communicating with school, other parents, and your child in Dutch?✨ Today and tomorrow are your final chance to join Dutch for Parents.If you join now:- You'll have access to the group until mid-September – so you’ll start the new school year feeling prepared- You can study flexibly over the summer with short videos and audios – ideal for holidays, busy schedules, or unexpected situations- You won’t feel left out anymore at the school gate or during parent-teacher talks- You'll learn exactly how to arrange a playdate, chat with the teacher, or message other parents- You’ll be part of a supportive group of parents who face the same language challenges – you're not aloneAnd let’s be honest: the perfect moment to start never comes. But this moment is perfect. Don’t let the gap between you and your child grow – grow together instead.Listen to my Instagram Live for more info or send me a DM op Instagram if you have questions.https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/I got you lieverd.Mariska

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• #106 | Wat als Engels spreken geen optie is... Wat doe je dan? (Insta Live - 24 mei 2025)

  In deze Instagram Live deel ik 3 échte situaties van moeders uit het Dutch for Parents programma:– Een kindje valt en jij moet hem helpen.– Je belt midden in de nacht de dokter voor je kind, maar die spreekt geen Engels.– Je kind vertelt enthousiast over school, maar jij begrijpt het niet - en hij kent de woorden niet in jouw moedertaal. Drie momenten waarop Engels geen optie was.Drie momenten waarop Nederlands spreken het verschil maakte.Kun jij het je permitteren om nog 6 maanden te wachten?Dutch for Parents start op 28 mei.Meld je nu aan: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/Je hoeft het niet alleen te doen.Liefs,Mariska#dutchspeakingacademy #dutchwithkids #dutchforparents #dutchconfidence #expatsinthenetherlands

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• #105 | How to make learning Dutch fun + effective – Even as a busy parent (Start speaking Dutch right now)

  Do you want to speak more Dutch but it just feels… hard, boring, or awkward? In this video (in easy to follow Dutch for A2 levels and up), I’ll show you how to make learning Dutch fun (leuk!), and something you might actually look forward to – even if you're tired, busy, or not confident yet.Because here's the truth: if it's not 'leuk', you're not going to keep doing it.So let’s make it leuker, together.✨ Curious about learning Dutch with support and real results?Dutch for Parents starts soon! https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/Join the free try-out session of Dutch for Parents – my practical and fun course that helps you speak Dutch in school, at the playground, and with other parents.Sign up for the tryout here: https://mbmamadutchm.activehosted.com/f/11Are you on the emaillist yet?https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Liefs,Mariska

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• #104 | Nederlands spreken als internationale moeder: Griselda's verhaal. Inspiratie-interview | Speak Dutch

  🎙️ Moederschap, migratie en Nederlands leren – luister naar Griselda’s verhaal.Wat gebeurt er als je kind vloeiend Nederlands spreekt en jij niet?Griselda vertelt hoe ze via Dutch for Parents het zelfvertrouwen (confidence) vond om Nederlands te spreken in alledaagse situaties – op de opvang, in winkels en met andere ouders. Ze deelt hoe ze nu met haar dochter in het Nederlands kan praten, iets wat eerst ver weg leek. Een eerlijk gesprek over taal, moederschap en je thuis voelen in een nieuw land via de taal.Leer alles over Dutch for Parents hier: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/dutch-for-parents/Kom op mijn mailinglijst: https://dutchspeakingacademy.nl/nieuwsbrief/Volg je me al op Instagram? https://www.instagram.com/dutchspeakingacademy/Liefs,MariskaPs: Vergeet je niet te abonneren (subscribe) 🧡Liefs,Mariska

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