Basic Dutch: A Grammar and Workbook

by Jenneke A. Oosterhoff

Basic A Grammar and Workbook comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume. This second edition contains new chapters on spelling, pronunciation, and indirect speech, as well as revised and additional exercises with lists of new vocabulary.

This comprehensive book presents 31 individual grammar points in realistic contexts, taking a grammatical approach that allows students not already familiar with these structures to become accustomed to their use. Grammar points are followed by examples and exercises, allowing students to reinforce and consolidate their learning.

Key features



a full answer key

grammar tables for easy reference

frequent comparative references to English grammar

appendices of pronunciation, pronouns, and strong verbs

a list of new vocabulary at the end of each chapter Suitable for class use or self-study, Basic Dutch is the ideal companion for students in their first year of study, providing the basic tools needed to communicate in a variety of situations and an introduction to Dutch culture.

Genres: Reference, Language

258 pages, Paperback

First published February 19, 2009

Reviews

[Kerem Kelleboz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Got me started learning Dutch and, for the first time ever, made me enjoy language learning. The previous times I tried to learn new languages besides English, the concepts were often made too simple as to strip all meaning or clarity of explanation was neglected in favour of "immersion". Here the explanations are clear, concise and efficient. I will continue my study of the Dutch language with the author's other books and will seek out resources similar to them if I decide to learn another new language.

[Cristina Popescu · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was an amazing tool in my discovering the workings of Dutch grammar.
I definitely recommend it to people who have already completed a Dutch course for beginners.
After finishing this book, I feel like I can plunge headlong into the Intermediate Dutch book and more complicated issues of the language.
10/10 - it was a real pleasure to work through this book.

[Prince Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

A clear, concise and well structured book for brushing up your Dutch skills or beginning with elementary Dutch. The explanation and reasoning for rules is well explained. The division in 25 chapters with ample exercises facilitates the learning. Recommended.

[Elizabeth (Find me on The Storygraph)]

It only took me three years to finish this book! It was very hard.

I'm also done with Goodreads. Find my at The StoryGraph if you still want to see what I'm reading: https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile.... The recommendations are much better, plus it's not owned by Amazon.

[Denis Kotnik · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good exercises, explanations, theory, images, use cases etc. Good workbook!

[évan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall, great *basic* introduction! However, some things are unclear/ wrong. Not (that) important ones though.

I do recommend it, but with complementary material. Always, for a *basic* introduction to Dutch.

[Sebastián Alarcón · Rating 4 out of 5]

It focuses more on grammar. Don't exprect to learn to speak from this book, it works better as a complement of other better books to learn.