Article Category: Grammar

Dutch has two definite articles — de and het — and knowing which to use can feel impossible at first. Here’s the system that actually works.

Regular and irregular verbs demystified. With this guide you’ll conjugate verbs confidently from day one.

Dutch sentences follow a strict rule — the verb must always be in second position. Master this and your Dutch will sound instantly more natural.

Verbs that split apart mid-sentence — separable verbs are one of Dutch’s most unique features. Here’s how they work and how to master them.

The perfect tense is how Dutch expresses completed actions. Using hebben as auxiliary follows clear rules — and once you know them, complex sentences become easy.

Some Dutch verbs form the perfect tense with zijn, not hebben. The logic behind which verbs use zijn will transform how you think about Dutch movement verbs.

The imperfect tense is used for storytelling and descriptions. Learn the -te and -de endings and you can talk about the past with confidence.

Modal verbs are the engine of Dutch conversation. These four verbs let you express ability, permission, obligation, and desire in every situation.

Reflexive verbs appear constantly in Dutch. Understanding zich and the reflexive pronouns unlocks a huge part of everyday Dutch speech.

Dutch adjectives change their ending depending on the noun’s article and position in the sentence. This guide gives you the rule you can apply every time.