How many Dutch animal names do you know? Although it may not be the first thing you want to study when you start learning Dutch, knowing how to talk about animals is important in any language. After all, our furry friends play a central role in our lives!
There are many Dutch animal words for you to discover, ranging from the names of pets to the most common bugs and reptiles. Some of this new vocabulary may be difficult to memorize, but there are plenty of words that may be easier than you’re expecting. Take, for example:
- Rat (“Rat”)
- Kat (“Cat”)
- Schaap (“Sheep”)
- Beer (“Bear”)
- Vis (“Fish”)
Are you ready to discover the Dutch animal world with DutchPod101?
In this article, you’ll learn the must-know Dutch animal names, animal body parts, verbs related to animals, and even some funny animal sounds in Dutch.
Learn some Dutch animal names with DutchPod101!
Table of Contents- Pets
- Farm Animals
- Wild Animals
- Sea Animals
- Bugs and Insects
- Birds
- Reptiles & Amphibians
- Animal Body Parts
- Animal Verbs
- Animal Sounds in Dutch
- How DutchPod101 Can Help You Learn More Dutch
1. Pets
The Dutch are pet-loving people! A 2016 survey found that over half of Dutch households have at least one pet.
So, what are the most common Dutch pets? The most popular pet choices are dogs and cats; a 2019 survey showed that 18% of Dutch households owned a dog, while 23% owned a cat. Besides these more obvious furry friends, many Dutch households also have fish, a tame bird, or some small rodents (mice, rats, rabbits, or guinea pigs).
Check out this Dutch animals list to learn the names of common pets (and a few fun expressions that mention them):
Kat | “Cat” |
Dutch expression: Een kat in de zak kopen Literally: “To buy a cat in the bag” Meaning: To make a bad purchase |
Hond | “Dog” |
Dutch expression: De hond in de pot vinden Literally: “To find the dog in the pot” Meaning: To arrive just too late for supper |
Konijn | “Rabbit” |
Muis | “Mouse” |
Dutch expression: Als de kat van huis is, dansen de muizen op tafel Literally: “When the cat’s away from home, the mice dance on the table.” Meaning: If there’s no supervision, people do what they want. |
Hamster | “Hamster” |
Dutch expression: Hamsteren Literally: “To hamster” Meaning: To hoard |
Rat | “Rat” |
Cavia | “Guinea pig” |
Goudvis | “Goldfish” |
Kanarie | “Canary” |
The Dutch word kat is very similar to the English “cat.”
- → Are you an animal lover? Then visit our World Animal Day vocabulary list and get ready to celebrate!
2. Farm Animals
Dutch farm animals are quite similar to those in many other countries: the same-old cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, and goats. The most typical Dutch farm animal is probably the black-and-white Dutch cow, as they’re so representative of scenic landscapes in the Netherlands.
Here are the names of common farm animals in Dutch:
Koe | “Cow” |
Dutch expression: Dat is een waarheid als een koe. Literally: “That’s as true as a cow.” Meaning: Sometimes, the truth is so obvious you can’t miss it. |
Varken | “Pig” |
Dutch expression: Dat slaat als een tang op een varken. Literally: “That hits like pliers on a pig.” Meaning: That makes absolutely no sense. |
Schaap | “Sheep” |
Dutch expression: Als één schaap over de dam is, volgen er meer. Literally: “When one sheep crosses the dam, more will follow.” Meaning: If one person starts, more will follow. |
Geit | “Goat” |
Paard | “Horse” |
Ezel | “Donkey” |
Dutch expression: Zo koppig als een ezel Literally: “As stubborn as a donkey” Meaning: Being very stubborn |
Are you as stubborn as a donkey?
Kip | “Chicken” |
Haan | “Rooster” |
3. Wild Animals
The Netherlands is a small country with relatively little nature, but don’t let that fool you into thinking there are no wild animals here. The Dutch forests, plains, and bodies of water host a variety of wild animals, such as foxes, wolves, deer, and badgers.
In this section, we’ll teach you the Dutch animal names for some of the most common wild animals you’ll find in the Netherlands. We’ll also provide the names of other wild animals, so you can talk about them when you visit the zoo!
Beer | “Bear” |
Wolf | “Wolf” |
Hert | “Deer” |
Vos | “Fox” |
Dutch expression: Een vos verliest wel zijn haren maar niet zijn streken. Literally: A fox loses its hair but not its tricks. Meaning: People rarely really change. |
Das | “Badger” |
Leeuw | “Lion” |
Tijger | “Tiger” |
Panter | “Panther” |
Olifant | “Elephant” |
Dutch expression: Als een olifant in de porseleinkast Literally: “Like an elephant in the china shop” Meaning: Being extremely careless or tactless |
Giraf | “Giraffe” |
Aap | “Monkey” |
Dutch expression: Nu komt de aap uit de mouw. Literally: “Now comes the monkey out of the sleeve.” Meaning: Now the truth (or someone’s real character) is being revealed. |
Nijlpaard | “Hippopotamus” |
Pinguïn | “Penguin” |
IJsbeer | “Polar bear” |
Dutch expression: IJsberen Literally: “To polar bear” Meaning: To pace |
When you’re pacing, the Dutch say that you’re walking around like a polar bear.
4. Sea Animals
The Dutch are surrounded by water: 17% of the total surface of the country consists of water, and the Netherlands has a coastline of 230 kilometers. This is quite long, if you take the size of the country into account.
So what kind of sea animals might you find here? There are several types of Dutch sea animals dwelling in the waters: fish, lobsters, mussels, and—the favorite Dutch sea animal—seals.
Here’s a brief list of sea animals in Dutch:
Vis | “Fish” |
Dutch expression: Als een vis op het droge Literally: “Like a fish out of water” Meaning: Refers to someone who cannot find his or her place, or who does not belong |
Haai | “Shark” |
Dutch expression: Naar de haaien gaan Literally: “Going to the sharks” Meaning: “To go down” or “to encounter very big problems that threaten someone’s or something’s existence” |
Dolfijn | “Dolphin” |
Zeehond | “Seal” |
Walvis | “Whale” |
Zeeleeuw | “Sealion” |
Kwal | “Jellyfish” |
Octopus | “Octopus” |
Kreeft | “Lobster” |
Zeester | “Starfish” |
Mossel | “Mussel” |
Mussels are a popular seafood in the Netherlands; have you ever tried them?
- → Do you want to dive deeper? Take a bite out of these Shark Week words with recorded examples.
5. Bugs and Insects
Fortunately, the Netherlands is not home to a lot of scary or dangerous insects. While there are many bugs and insects present in the Netherlands, most are not very big and you’ll probably have seen them before.
Here’s a Dutch animal list of the most common insects and bugs:
Bij | “Bee” |
Wesp | “Wasp” |
Mug | “Mosquito” |
Dutch expression: Van een mug een olifant maken Literally: “To make an elephant out of a mosquito” Meaning: To make something big out of a small problem, or to blow something out of proportion |
Vlieg | “Fly” |
Spin | “Spider” |
Sprinkhaan | “Grasshopper” |
Vlinder | “Butterfly” |
Dutch expression: Vlinders in je buik hebben Literally: “To have butterflies in your stomach” Meaning: To be in love |
Mier | “Ant” |
Mot | “Moth” |
Slak | “Snail” |
Worm | “Worm” |
Kever | “Beetle” |
Lieveheersbeestje | “Ladybird” / “Ladybug” |
As is the case in many other countries, we refer to butterflies in the stomach when someone is in love.
6. Birds
The Netherlands has quite a lot to offer bird lovers, as the country has around 300 regular migrant and resident birds and a total of 534 bird species. The most common Dutch birds are seagulls, pigeons, crows, and sparrows. But the Netherlands also has a number of waterbirds, such as swans, ducks, and geese.
Did you know that in a city like Amsterdam, you can watch a lot of birds? And not only city birds like pigeons! Because of the canals and the bodies of water that surround Amsterdam, there are many waterbirds to watch as well.
Learn the Dutch names for these birds so that you can point them out every time you spot one!
Duif | “Pigeon” |
Zeemeeuw | “Seagull” |
Kraai | “Crow” |
Adelaar | “Eagle” |
Uil | “Owl” |
Ekster | “Magpie” |
Mus | “Sparrow” |
Zwaluw | “Swallow” |
Dutch expression: Een zwaluw maakt de lente niet. Literally: “A swallow does not make spring.” Meaning: A circumstance does not lead to a final conclusion. |
Pauw | “Peacock” |
Dutch expression: Trots als een pauw Literally: “To be proud as a peacock” Meaning: To be very proud |
Gans | “Goose” |
Zwaan | “Swan” |
Eend | “Duck” |
You’ll be able to see a lot of ducks in Dutch ponds.
7. Reptiles & Amphibians
The Netherlands is not home to many scary reptiles or amphibians, though you may be able to see several frogs and toads in nearby ponds. You may even be able to find a snake in the Netherlands, as the country has three snake species (only one of which is venomous). But don’t worry! It’s not that common to encounter a snake when exploring the natural surroundings here.
Kikker | “Frog” |
Pad | “Toad” |
Slang | “Snake” |
Krokodil | “Crocodile” |
Dutch expression: Krokodillentranen huilen Literally: “To cry crocodile tears” Meaning: To feign your grief |
Have you ever seen a crocodile tear?
Hagedis | “Lizard” |
Kameleon | “Chameleon” |
Schildpad | “Turtle” |
Zeeschildpad | “Sea turtle” |
- → Would you like to learn more Dutch animal names and listen to their pronunciation? Then have a look at this Animal Names vocabulary list.
8. Animal Body Parts
Now that you know several Dutch animal names, it’s time to learn some words that will help you describe them! Memorizing the animal body parts in Dutch will allow you to tell your new friends about the time you saved a bird with a broken wing, or the time your dog got its fur all dirty. Take a look:
Staart | “Tail” |
Vleugel | “Wing” |
Haar | “Hair” |
Vacht | “Fur” |
Veer | “Feather” |
Tand | “Tooth” |
Hoektand | “Fang” |
Klauw | “Claw” |
Hoorn | “Horn” |
Hoef | “Hoof” |
Bek | “Mouth” |
Snavel | “Beak” |
Vin | “Fin” |
Tentakel | “Tentacle” |
Maan | “Mane” |
Slurf | “Trunk” |
Antenne | “Antenna” |
Poot | “Leg” |
Schub | “Scale” |
9. Animal Verbs
You can now name a variety of animals in Dutch and list their unique body parts…just one more thing is missing. Below, you’ll find several verbs related to animals that you can use in your next conversation!
Miauwen | “To meow” |
Blaffen | “To bark” |
Brullen | “To roar” |
Zoemen | “To buzz” |
Grommen | “To growl” |
Spinnen | “To purr” |
Galoperen | “To gallop” |
Bijten | “To bite” |
Steken | “To sting” |
Krabben | “To scratch” |
Likken | “To lick” |
Aaien | “To pet” |
Temmen | “To tame” / “To train” |
Voeden | “To feed” |
Vaccineren | “To vaccinate” |
- → Would you like to learn more Dutch verbs? Have a look at our vocabulary lists 50 Most Common Verbs and 25 Most Commonly Used Verbs of Any Language.
10. Animal Sounds in Dutch
The onomatopoeia used for animal sounds varies greatly from one country to another, often resulting in hilarious situations when comparing animal sounds. Let’s take the rooster, for example:
- English: cock-a-doodle-doo
- Swedish: kuckeliku
- Spanish: qui-qui-ri-qui
For your entertainment, here are the most popular animal sounds in Dutch.
How does barking sound in Dutch? Woef!
Miauw | (Cat) |
Woef | (Dog) |
Boe | (Cow) |
Bêêê | (Sheep) |
Roekoe | (Pigeon) |
Kukeleku | (Rooster) |
Kwak | (Duck) |
Grrr | (Growling sound) |
Oe oe | (Owl) |
Kwaak | (Frog) |
Knor knor | (Pig) |
- → Would you like to learn more animal sounds in Dutch? Then have a look at our Sounds That Animals Make vocabulary list, and don’t forget to listen to the recorded examples of these Dutch animal sounds.
11. How DutchPod101 Can Help You Learn More Dutch
In this guide, you’ve learned many Dutch animal names for pets, farm animals, insects, and much more. Now you’ll be able to talk with your Dutch friends about their pets or ask them about their favorite animals.
Did we forget any other important animals? Or would you like to know other animal sounds in Dutch? Please share with us in the comments below!
Make sure to explore DutchPod101.com, as we have plenty of free resources to help you practice your grammar and many useful vocabulary lists with audio recordings to help you learn new words.
Remember that Premium PLUS members can also take advantage of our MyTeacher service for 1-on-1 coaching. This way, you can practice your Dutch speaking skills with your own private teacher through interactive exercises and personalized feedback.
Happy learning!
Learn Dutch Phone Call Phrases and Other Useful Words
Does the thought of having a telephone conversation in Dutch make you feel nervous? It’s normal to feel this way about making or receiving a phone call in another language. There are even people who suffer from “phone anxiety” or “phone phobia.” These people already feel nervous about making a phone call in their own language, let alone in another language.
One way you can get rid of those nerves is to pick up some Dutch phone call phrases. At the very least, this will help you feel more in control of the situation and allow you to navigate those inevitable phone calls during your stay in the Netherlands.
In this article, you’ll learn how to answer the phone in Dutch and carry a basic phone conversation. We’ll be covering everything from key vocabulary terms to the different parts of a phone call—greetings and introductions, giving the reason for your call, transferring the line, leaving a message, handling connection issues, and ending the conversation.
Once you’re done reading this article, you’ll be able to make that Dutch phone call with confidence!
Let’s make that Dutch phone call with confidence!
Table of Contents- Phone Vocabulary
- Greeting
- Checking
- Transferring
- Stating Your Reason for the Call
- Experiencing Phone Call Problems
- Leaving a Message
- Ending
- How DutchPod101 Can Help You Learn Better Dutch
1. Phone Vocabulary
Before we look at specific phrases for a telephone conversation in Dutch, let’s first go over some phone-related vocabulary. Learning these useful words will help you feel more comfortable when talking on the phone or when discussing phone calls in general.
This short vocabulary list includes everything you need, from hardware terms to related verbs.
Telefoon | Phone |
Mobiele telefoon Mobieltje | Mobile phone |
Batterij | Battery |
Oplader | Charger |
SMS SMS-bericht | Text message |
Scherm | Screen |
Oproep | Call |
Telefoonnummer Nummer | Phone number |
Bellen | To call |
Terugbellen | To call back |
Nummer intoetsen | To dial |
You could also say nummer draaien, literally meaning “spin the number.” This term dates back to the old rotary phones. |
Opnemen | To pick up |
Ophangen | To hang up |
Bericht achterlaten | To leave a message |
Opladen | To charge |
2. Greeting
Every phone call starts with a greeting of some sort; it’s just basic phone etiquette. However, the greeting used may differ between the caller and the receiver.
Another factor that could influence the greeting is the expected formality level. You would respond to a professional phone call more formally than you would a phone call with friends.
Let’s have a look.
Which Dutch greetings do you already know?
1 – Calling
Hallo. | Hello. |
Hallo is the most common way to start a Dutch phone conversation, perfect for both casual and more formal situations. |
Hoi. | Hi. |
Hoi is another great phone call greeting, though it’s a bit more casual. So you can definitely use it with friends and family members, but watch out at work. Saying this to close colleagues shouldn’t be an issue, but choose one of the other greetings if you’re going for a more formal and professional vibe. |
Goedemorgen. Goedemiddag. Goedenavond. | Good morning. Good afternoon. Good evening. |
Want to go formal? Then these greetings are perfect for you. You say goedemorgen until 12 p.m., goedemiddag until 5 p.m., and goedenavond until 12 a.m. Do you want to use this greeting in a more casual setting? Then you can greet the receiver with goedemorgen when calling in the morning, as this one is commonly used in both formal and casual Dutch conversations. |
If you’re the one calling and would like to introduce yourself directly after the greeting, then you can use one of these phrases:
- Hallo, u spreekt met David de Vries. (“Hello, you are speaking to David de Vries.”) [More formal]
- Hoi, met David. (“Hi, with David.”) [More casual]
- You can also just say Met David, without the greeting.
Would you like to introduce yourself further? Then have a look at these 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself.
2 – Answering
Hallo? | Hello? |
The interrogative Hallo? is a very typical way to pick up the phone in Dutch. |
Hoi? | Hi? |
Like when calling, you can answer with a simple Hoi? in more casual settings. |
Ja? | Yes? |
Should you say your name when you answer the phone? This is up to you! However, it’s common in the Netherlands to say your name when picking up a landline telephone, or when you receive a call from an unknown number on your mobile phone. If you like to introduce yourself when answering your phone, you can use the same introduction phrases as when you’re calling.
- → There are many different ways to greet someone on the phone in Dutch. You’ll find lots of ideas on our list titled Common Ways to Say Hello.
3. Checking
When making a call or answering the phone in Dutch, you might need to ensure you’re speaking to the right person or inquire about who’s calling. Below are phrases you can use for these situations, respectively.
1 – Calling
Imagine you’ve called someone and they’ve greeted you, but they have not yet introduced themselves. Now, you have to check to see if you’ve reached the right person or office.
One simple way to do this is to use the person’s name:
- David? [Casual, only using their first name]
- Meneer De Vries? (“Mr. de Vries?) [Formal, only using their last name – Male]
- Mevrouw De Vries? (“Ms. de Vries?”) [Formal, only using their last name – Female]
Want to go a bit further? Here are a couple of other options:
Spreek ik met David? | Am I speaking with David? |
Is dit het kantoor van meneer De Vries? | Is this the office of Mr. de Vries? |
Once you know you’re at the right place, you should introduce yourself (assuming you haven’t done so already). You can use one of the introduction phrases mentioned earlier.
2 – Answering
If you don’t know who’s calling you and they haven’t introduced themselves yet, you’ll probably want to inquire about that:
Met wie spreek ik? [Formal] | Who am I speaking to? |
Wie heb ik aan de lijn? [Casual] | Who is calling? |
It literally means, “Who do I have on the line?” |
4. Transferring
Learn how to transfer that Dutch phone call like a pro.
1 – Calling
If you’ve reached the secretary or main desk of a company, the next step is for you to be transferred to the right person or service. Below, you’ll find a variety of useful Dutch phone phrases for both formal and informal situations.
Kan ik Cathy spreken? [Casual] | Can I talk to Cathy? |
Ik zou graag met Cathy willen spreken. [Formal] | I would like to speak to Cathy. |
Ik ben op zoek naar mevrouw De Vries. [Formal] | I’m trying to reach Ms. de Vries. |
Ik probeer David te pakken te krijgen. [Casual] | I’m trying to reach David. |
Kunt u mij doorverbinden met de klantenservice? | Could you transfer me to customer service? |
2 – Answering
Met wie spreek ik? | Whom am I speaking to? |
This phrase can be used for answering your phone, though it’s also typically used to ask on behalf of the person to whom you’ll transfer the caller. |
Blijf aan de lijn, alstublieft. | Hold the line, please. |
Een momentje, alstublieft. Een moment geduld, alstublieft. | One moment, please. One moment of patience, please. |
Ik verbind u/je nu door. | I am putting you through now. |
Hij/Zij is nu niet beschikbaar. | He/She is not available right now. |
Kan ik een bericht aannemen? | Can I take a message? |
Ik zal vragen of hij/zij u/jou terug kan bellen. | I can ask him/her to call you back. |
Mag ik uw/jouw naam en telefoonnummer noteren? | Can I take your name and number? |
5. Stating Your Reason for the Call
You could be calling for any number of reasons, whether you just want a casual Dutch phone conversation with a friend or need to make a more professional call. Whatever it may be, we’ll cover a few different reasons you can give during your next telephone conversation in Dutch.
Ik bel je om te horen hoe het met je gaat. | I’m calling to check on you. |
U/Je had me gebeld. | You called. |
Ik bel u/je terug naar aanleiding van uw/je voicemail bericht. | I’m calling you back in response to your voicemail message. |
Ik zou graag een afspraak willen maken. | I would like to make an appointment. |
- → After you’ve stated your reason(s) for the call, would you like to make some small talk? Then have a look at our Using Small Talk Phrases vocabulary list.
6. Experiencing Phone Call Problems
What should you do when you experience problems during your Dutch phone conversation?
Even though we use smartphones nowadays and making phone calls is easier than ever before, we still experience issues from time to time: bad connections, dialing the wrong number, running out of battery…
Here are some Dutch phone phrases to help you handle these kinds of situations:
Ik begrijp je niet. [Casual] Ik begrijp u niet goed. [Formal] | I don’t understand you. I don’t understand you very well. |
Ik versta u/je niet. | I can’t hear you. |
De verbinding is slecht. | The connection is bad. |
Kun je dat nog een keer zeggen? [Casual] Kunt u dat herhalen? [Formal] | Can you say that again? Could you repeat that? |
De verbinding werd verbroken. | The line got cut off. |
Mijn batterij is bijna op. | My battery’s almost dead. |
U heeft het verkeerde nummer gebeld. | You’ve dialed the wrong number. |
Sorry, verkeerd verbonden. | I’m sorry, I’ve dialed the wrong number. |
7. Leaving a Message
You’re trying to reach someone but keep getting their voicemail… What will you do? You could hang up or you could summon the courage to leave a message. So, how does one leave a good voicemail?
First, here’s a taste of what you might hear upon reaching the voicemail:
Hallo, dit is het antwoordapparaat van Bruno. Ik kan de telefoon nu niet opnemen, maar u kunt na de piep een bericht achterlaten. | Hi, this is Bruno’s answering machine. I can’t answer the phone right now, but you can leave a message after the beep. |
A way to respond to this might be:
Hoi Bruno, met Anna. Ik wil je even spreken. Kun je me terugbellen? Mijn nummer is 06-936 5657. | Hi Bruno, this is Anna. I would like to talk to you. Could you call me back? My number is 06-936 5657. |
- → Do you need to state your phone number in Dutch? Then have a look at our Numbers vocabulary list to get the right word and pronunciation of each number. Good luck!
8. Ending
How do you say goodbye in Dutch on the phone?
Ending the call is probably the easiest part of a telephone conversation in Dutch, as you can use one of the goodbye phrases you already know. It’s just a quick formality that only gets a bit more complicated in professional contexts.
Dag. [Formal] | Goodbye. |
Doei! [Casual] | Bye! |
Tot ziens. [Formal] | Goodbye. |
Tot later. [Casual] | See you later. |
Fijne dag. | Have a good day. |
Bedankt voor het bellen. | Thank you for calling. |
Je bent erg behulpzaam geweest. Dank je. | You’ve been very helpful. Thank you. |
- → For more options, be sure to check out our vocabulary list The Most Common Ways to Say Goodbye.
→ For more useful phone call phrases, check out this vocabulary list with recorded examples you can use to practice your pronunciation.
9. How DutchPod101 Can Help You Learn Better Dutch
In this guide, you’ve learned a variety of practical Dutch phone call phrases for both casual and professional contexts. You’re now better prepared to handle every component of a phone conversation, from the initial introductions to saying goodbye.
Did we forget any important phrases you’d like to learn?
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Dutch Love Phrases: How to Say “I Love You,” in Dutch
Do you have a Dutch girlfriend or boyfriend, or has an attractive Dutchie caught your eye? Then learning how to express your feelings in the Dutch language is the first step you should take toward creating a new relationship or strengthening the bond between you and your lover.
Of course, there are the basics. For example…
How do you say “I love you,” in Dutch? That’s Ik hou van jou. And how about “my love”? That could be mijn lieverd or mijn liefje.
The Dutch may not be the most expressive people when it comes to love, but they do have their own ways of confessing their feelings and revealing their love to someone. With the right words, you’ll come a long way in your relationship—but try not to be too dramatic or clingy. The Dutch are very down-to-earth, and they view excessive romanticism as a mark of desperation.
Learn to talk about love in Dutch with this useful guide from DutchPod101.com. We’ve provided a variety of Dutch love phrases for every phase of your romantic relationship, from confessing your affection and falling in love all the way to getting married and starting a family. And if that’s still not enough, we’ll even introduce you to some Dutch endearment terms and must-know Dutch love quotes.
Let’s get to it!
Impress your Dutch love with these Dutch romantic phrases.
Table of Contents- First Contact: Dutch Pick-up Lines and More
- Take it to the Next Level: How Do You Say “I Love You,” in Dutch?
- Take it One Step Further: “Will You Marry Me?” and More
- Dutch Endearment Terms: “My Love” in Dutch and More
- Must-know Dutch Love Quotes
- How DutchPod101 Can Help You Learn More Dutch
1. First Contact: Dutch Pick-up Lines and More
You’re in a bar and you spot some nice Dutchie you’d like to get to know…but how do you make first contact? While the Dutch value a direct approach in all things, it’s still important to know how to start the conversation. Have a look at these Dutch pick-up lines and other useful Dutch love phrases for when you’ve just met someone.
Kom je hier vaker? Ik ken je ergens van. | “Do you come here often?” “I think I’ve seen you before.” |
Hoe heet je? | “What’s your name?” |
- → What more can you say? Have a look at these 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself.
Wil je dansen? Wil je met me dansen? | “Do you want to dance?” “Do you want to dance with me?” |