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  1. EP309: Vakantierecht

    5 november 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Vakantierecht": this B2 lesson covers work-life balance. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you academic and professional dutch along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: an online Dutch course. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is academic and professional dutch. Along the way, discover deeltijd werk, vierdaagse werkweek, and dutch quality of life, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    het beroep: profession

    het maatschappelijk werk: social work

    de vrijheid: freedom

    werken: to work

    de kwaliteit: quality

    de mogelijkheid: possibility

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the KNM practice exams. Then keep going: study Dutch online.

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  2. EP308: Het theater

    4 november 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Het theater" and it's all about music & performing arts. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de zaal, de angst, horen. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: idiomatic expressions and proverbs
    Culture: concertgebouw, dutch djs, and the netherlands' music scene
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    de zaal: hall

    de angst: fear

    horen: to hear

    de stilte: silence

    het veld: field

    de dood: death

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Everything on this topic is in inburgeringprep.com. Next step: KNM exam practice.

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  3. EP307: Biologisch eten

    3 november 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Food Industry & Agriculture - Part 3: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about food industry & agriculture. Key words: de productie, het vlees, duren. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness)
    Culture: dutch agriculture exports, lab-grown meat, and food innovation
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    de productie: production

    het vlees: meat

    duren: to last

    de voet: foot

    de kant: side

    eten: to eat

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: NT2 examen aanmelden.

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  4. EP306: Infrastructuur

    2 november 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Infrastructuur" (Transportation Debate - Part 3). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore transportation debate. You'll hear words like de trein, het sociaal netwerk, de theorie. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Grammar: rhetorical structures in dutch
    Culture: lelystad airport, lightrail, and infrastructure politics
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de trein: train

    het sociaal netwerk: social network

    de theorie: theory

    blijven: to stay

    het noorden: north

    de mogelijkheid: possibility

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  5. EP305: Tussen twee culturen

    1 november 2026 Β· 4 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Tussen twee culturen", Lisa and Maarten discuss cultural identity. You'll pick up words like het antwoord, het proces, het beeld. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen NT2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you advanced modal particle usage in context, plus you'll learn about what makes someone dutch? integration, identity, and belonging, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het antwoord: answer

    het proces: process

    het beeld: image (also: statue)

    het gevoel: feeling

    thuis: at home

    voelen: to feel

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  6. EP304: Onderwijsgelijkheid

    31 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Onderwijsgelijkheid" means "Education Reform - Part 3". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about education reform. Practice hearing het personeel, het kind, de klas in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you complex relative and complement clauses in context, plus you'll learn about ongekwalificeerd onderwijs, cito-toets, and education inequality, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    het personeel: staff

    het kind: child

    de klas: class

    het probleem: problem

    de leraar: teacher

    de achtergrond: background

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in inburgeringprep.com. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: examen aanmelden bij DUO.

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  7. EP303: De Amsterdamse markt

    30 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De Amsterdamse markt": this B2 lesson covers housing market debate. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you stylistic variation (formal vs informal) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you stylistic variation (formal vs informal) in context, plus you'll learn about social housing, gentrification, and the amsterdam housing crisis, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the days in Dutch

    de vrije sector: free-market rental sector

    de markt: market

    de stad: city

    de praktijk: practice

    de meter: meter

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  8. EP302: Een pitch schrijven

    29 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "Een pitch schrijven" and it's all about entrepreneurship & startups. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: haar, de vriendin, uitleggen. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is collocations and fixed expressions. Along the way, discover startup amsterdam, venture capital, and dutch business culture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    haar: her

    de vriendin: girlfriend

    uitleggen: to explain

    het idee: idea

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    de plant: plant

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Everything on this topic is in the exam simulator. Next step: KNM inburgering.

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  9. EP301: Over werkdruk praten

    28 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Mental Health & Wellbeing - Part 3: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about mental health & wellbeing. Key words: de huisarts, de rust, de gezondheidszorg. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced word order (midfield scrambling). Along the way, discover ggz, mindfulness, and dutch attitudes toward mental health, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de huisarts: doctor

    de rust: peace/calm

    de gezondheidszorg: healthcare

    het oordeel: judgment

    het bezit: possession

    de minuut: minute

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Study for your inburgering exam with the KNM practice exams. Also useful: learn Dutch free.

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  10. EP300: Nederland in de EU

    27 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    "Nederland in de EU" (European Union & NL - Part 3). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore european union & nl. You'll hear words like de samenwerking, de economie, bereiken. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is discourse markers and argumentation. Along the way, discover brussels, euro, and the dutch role in the eu, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    de samenwerking: cooperation

    de economie: economy

    bereiken: to reach

    de markt: market

    de Europese Unie: European Union

    de plaat: plate

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

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  11. EP299: Groene energie

    26 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Groene energie", Lisa and Maarten discuss environment & climate debate. You'll pick up words like de overheid, de keuze, de positie. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: Nederlands online oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: nominalization and formal register
    Culture: stikstofcrisis, nitrogen policy, and the farmer protests
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de overheid: government

    de keuze: choice

    de positie: position

    het symbool: symbol

    de rechter: judge

    het aspect: aspect

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Need inburgering prep? Begin with the study guides. And from there: Mijn Inburgering.

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  12. EP298: Moderne schrijvers

    25 oktober 2026 Β· 6 min

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    "Moderne schrijvers" means "Dutch Literature & Poetry - Part 3". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about dutch literature & poetry. Practice hearing de literatuur, het boek, lezen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex conditional (aanvoegende wijs)
    Culture: annie mg schmidt, multatuli, and modern dutch writers
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de literatuur: literature

    het boek: book

    lezen: to read

    het hotel: hotel

    de kracht: power

    publiceren: to publish

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in the exam simulator. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: your inburgering exam result.

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  13. EP297: De opiniepagina

    24 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De opiniepagina": this B2 lesson covers current events & news. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you advanced passive constructions along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: advanced passive constructions
    Culture: nos journaal, opinion pieces, and discussing current affairs
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de ruzie: the argument / fight

    de mening: opinion

    het stuk: piece

    de vrijheid van meningsuiting: freedom of expression

    het onderscheid: difference, distinction

    het bloed: blood

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the KNM practice exams. Then keep going: inburgering vrijstelling.

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  14. EP296: OV-fiets

    23 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "OV-fiets" and it's all about cycling infrastructure. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de fiets, het nummer, de stad. More on inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you advanced pronunciation and intonation patterns in context, plus you'll learn about fietspaden, ov-fiets, and why the netherlands is a cycling paradise, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de fiets: bicycle

    het nummer: number

    de stad: city

    het systeem: system

    de kruising: the intersection

    de gast: guest

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Everything on this topic is in inburgeringprep.com. Next step: oefenexamen inburgering.

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  15. EP295: Duurzaam toerisme

    22 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Tourism & Overtourism - Part 2: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about tourism & overtourism. Key words: Amsterdam, de stad, de poging. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO staatsexamen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you cultural references in language in context, plus you'll learn about amsterdam's tourist problem and sustainable travel in nl, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

    de stad: city

    de poging: attempt

    de plaats: place

    de gemeente: municipality

    de Waddeneilanden: the Wadden Islands

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: study Dutch online.

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  16. EP294: Het Rode Kruis

    21 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Het Rode Kruis" (Volunteering & Activism - Part 2). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore volunteering & activism. You'll hear words like het kruis, het gevoel, de vrijwilliger. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you nuanced opinion expression in context, plus you'll learn about vrijwilligerswerk, rode kruis, and community engagement, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    het kruis: cross

    het gevoel: feeling

    de vrijwilliger: volunteer

    het procent: per cent

    het vrijwilligerswerk: voluntary work

    de manier: way

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  17. EP293: Data bescherming

    20 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Data bescherming", Lisa and Maarten discuss digital privacy & rights. You'll pick up words like de privacy, recht, mogen. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is formal debate and argumentation structures. Along the way, discover gdpr, amsterdam privacy, and dutch data protection, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de privacy: privacy

    recht: straight

    mogen: to be allowed to/may

    de reden: reason

    de theorie: theory

    het adres: address

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Need inburgering prep? Begin with the KNM practice exams. And from there: staatsexamen NT2.

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  18. EP292: De AOW leeftijd

    19 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "De AOW leeftijd" means "Retirement & Aging - Part 2". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about retirement & aging. Practice hearing de premie, de leeftijd, de generatie in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is implicit meaning and implication. Along the way, discover pensioen, aow, and the aging population debate, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de premie: premium

    de leeftijd: age

    de generatie: generation

    grijs: gray

    de arbeid: labor

    de oorzaak: cause

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in inburgeringprep.com. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: Dutch level test.

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  19. EP291: Brabants

    18 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Brabants": this B2 lesson covers regional dialects & languages. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you advanced preposition usage along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced preposition usage. Along the way, discover fries, brabants, and the many flavors of dutch, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    de uitspraak: pronunciation

    de taal: language

    de verschillen: differences

    de streek: region

    de categorie: category

    het noorden: north

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  20. EP290: Belasting betalen

    17 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Belasting betalen" and it's all about social security system. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de belasting, de toeslagen, de Belastingdienst. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: metaphorical language
    Culture: uitkering, belasting, and the dutch welfare state
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de belasting: tax

    de toeslagen: allowances

    de Belastingdienst: Tax Authority

    de bijdrage: contribution

    de maatschappij: society

    de straf: punishment

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Everything on this topic is in the exam simulator. Next step: inburgering exam registration.

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  21. EP289: Berlage en de Beurs

    16 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Dutch Architecture & Design - Part 2: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about dutch architecture & design. Key words: het gebouw, de Gouden Eeuw, Rotterdam. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: Dutch lessons online. Lees meer

    Grammar: regional and register variation
    Culture: canal houses, berlage, and modern dutch architecture
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: days of the week in Dutch

    het gebouw: building

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    Rotterdam: Rotterdam

    de stad: city

    de goederen: goods

    de visie: vision

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Study for your inburgering exam with the KNM practice exams. Also useful: NT2 examen oefenen.

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  22. EP288: Watermanagement experts

    15 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    "Watermanagement experts" (Science & Innovation - Part 2). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore science & innovation. You'll hear words like de Deltawerken, de bijdrage, de Watersnoodramp. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: A2 examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: advanced verb constructions (schijnen te, blijken te)
    Culture: tu delft, water management, and dutch scientific achievements
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    de Deltawerken: the Delta Works

    de bijdrage: contribution

    de Watersnoodramp: the North Sea flood of 1953 (Watersnoodramp)

    de noodzaak: need

    het water: water

    de kennis: the acquaintance

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Preparing for the inburgering exam? Start with inburgeringprep.com. Free on inburgeringprep.com: KNM.

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  23. EP287: Expats nu

    14 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Expats nu", Lisa and Maarten discuss immigration debate. You'll pick up words like de discussie, de gastarbeiders, de samenleving. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you cohesion and text structure in context, plus you'll learn about guest workers, expats, and the evolving dutch multicultural society, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de discussie: discussion

    de gastarbeiders: migrant workers

    de samenleving: society

    het verhaal: story

    de term: term

    de boog: bow

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Need inburgering prep? Begin with the study guides. And from there: study Dutch.

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  24. EP286: Deeltijd is normaal

    13 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Deeltijd is normaal" means "Work-Life Balance - Part 2". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about work-life balance. Practice hearing het maatschappelijk werk, fundamenteel, werken in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you academic and professional dutch in context, plus you'll learn about deeltijd werk, vierdaagse werkweek, and dutch quality of life, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    het maatschappelijk werk: social work

    fundamenteel: fundamentally

    werken: to work

    het bureau: desk

    het verzet: the Resistance

    de week: week

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in the exam simulator. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: the Dutch citizenship test.

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  25. EP285: Nederlandse DJ's

    12 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Nederlandse DJ's": this B2 lesson covers music & performing arts. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you idiomatic expressions and proverbs along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: het staatsexamen rooster. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you idiomatic expressions and proverbs in context, plus you'll learn about concertgebouw, dutch djs, and the netherlands' music scene, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    de muziek: music

    de slaap: sleep

    de sfeer: ambiance

    de knie: knee

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    het lichaam: body

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  26. EP284: Lab-grown vlees

    11 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Lab-grown vlees" and it's all about food industry & agriculture. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het vlees, het dier, eten. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering exam A2. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness). Along the way, discover dutch agriculture exports, lab-grown meat, and food innovation, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    het vlees: meat

    het dier: animal

    eten: to eat

    het voedsel: food

    de fabriek: factory

    het bord: plate

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

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  27. EP283: Lightrail en tram

    10 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Transportation Debate - Part 2: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about transportation debate. Key words: Den Haag, het openbaar vervoer, de provincies. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen voor het KNM examen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is rhetorical structures in dutch. Along the way, discover lelystad airport, lightrail, and infrastructure politics, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    Den Haag: The Hague

    het openbaar vervoer: public transport

    de provincies: provinces

    de kant: side

    het noorden: north

    kosten: to cost

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: vrijstelling inburgering 600 uur.

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  28. EP282: Integratie en identiteit

    9 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Integratie en identiteit" (Cultural Identity - Part 2). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore cultural identity. You'll hear words like de maatschappij, Koningsdag, de taal. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen A2. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced modal particle usage. Along the way, discover what makes someone dutch? integration, identity, and belonging, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: months in Dutch

    de maatschappij: society

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    de taal: language

    de sleutel: key

    het dorp: village

    voelen: to feel

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  29. EP281: Cito-toets kritiek

    8 oktober 2026 Β· 3 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Cito-toets kritiek", Lisa and Maarten discuss education reform. You'll pick up words like de leraar, het voortgezet onderwijs, de klas. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex relative and complement clauses
    Culture: ongekwalificeerd onderwijs, cito-toets, and education inequality
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de leraar: teacher

    het voortgezet onderwijs: secondary education

    de klas: class

    de psycholoog: psychologist

    geven: to give

    het feit: fact

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  30. EP280: Gentrificatie

    7 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Gentrificatie" means "Housing Market Debate - Part 2". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about housing market debate. Practice hearing de wijk, de sociale huur, verhuizen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: stylistic variation (formal vs informal)
    Culture: social housing, gentrification, and the amsterdam housing crisis
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    de wijk: the neighborhood

    de sociale huur: social rent

    verhuizen: to move house

    de kracht: power

    de poging: attempt

    de sfeer: ambiance

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in inburgeringprep.com. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: KNM voorbeeldvragen.

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  31. EP279: Investeerders

    6 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Investeerders": this B2 lesson covers entrepreneurship & startups. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you collocations and fixed expressions along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen online. Lees meer

    Grammar: collocations and fixed expressions
    Culture: startup amsterdam, venture capital, and dutch business culture
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    het geld: money

    de groei: growth

    de baas: boss

    groeien: to grow

    het eigen risico: own risk (deductible)

    de zekerheid: security

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the study guides. Then keep going: NT2 staatsexamen.

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  32. EP278: Mindfulness

    5 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "Mindfulness" and it's all about mental health & wellbeing. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het oordeel, de fabriek, de gezondheid. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you advanced word order (midfield scrambling) in context, plus you'll learn about ggz, mindfulness, and dutch attitudes toward mental health, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    het oordeel: judgment

    de fabriek: factory

    de gezondheid: health

    de spoedeisende hulp: emergency room

    de gezondheidszorg: healthcare

    de klas: class

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Everything on this topic is in the exam simulator. Next step: Dutch level test.

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  33. EP277: De euro

    4 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    European Union & NL - Part 2: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about european union & nl. Key words: de Europese Unie, de partner, de samenwerking. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you discourse markers and argumentation in context, plus you'll learn about brussels, euro, and the dutch role in the eu, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    de Europese Unie: European Union

    de partner: partner

    de samenwerking: cooperation

    de economie: economy

    de operatie: operation

    de rechterlijke macht: judicial power

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  34. EP276: Boerenprotesten

    3 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Boerenprotesten" (Environment & Climate Debate - Part 2). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore environment & climate debate. You'll hear words like de vrije sector, het symbool, de natuur. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you nominalization and formal register in context, plus you'll learn about stikstofcrisis, nitrogen policy, and the farmer protests, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de vrije sector: free-market rental sector

    het symbool: symbol

    de natuur: nature

    de openbare orde: public order

    de rechter: judge

    de overheid: government

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

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  35. EP275: Multatuli

    2 oktober 2026 Β· 5 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Multatuli", Lisa and Maarten discuss dutch literature & poetry. You'll pick up words like haar, de schrijver, de literatuur. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: NT2 diploma. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is complex conditional (aanvoegende wijs). Along the way, discover annie mg schmidt, multatuli, and modern dutch writers, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the days in Dutch

    haar: her

    de schrijver: writer

    de literatuur: literature

    de invloed: influence

    het boek: book

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  36. EP274: Meningsartikelen lezen

    1 oktober 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Meningsartikelen lezen" means "Current Events & News - Part 2". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about current events & news. Practice hearing het stuk, worden, het verstand in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced passive constructions. Along the way, discover nos journaal, opinion pieces, and discussing current affairs, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    het stuk: piece

    worden: to become

    het verstand: wit, wiseness

    de auteur: author

    de mening: opinion

    het bloed: blood

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in the exam simulator. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: KNM inburgering.

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  37. EP273: De fietspaden

    30 september 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De fietspaden": this B2 lesson covers cycling infrastructure. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you advanced pronunciation and intonation patterns along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced pronunciation and intonation patterns. Along the way, discover fietspaden, ov-fiets, and why the netherlands is a cycling paradise, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    de fiets: bicycle

    het systeem: system

    de verdieping: floor

    Utrecht: Utrecht

    de student: student

    het gemak: ease

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  38. EP272: Amsterdam te vol?

    29 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Amsterdam te vol?" and it's all about tourism & overtourism. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de schouder, Amsterdam, de foto. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    Grammar: cultural references in language
    Culture: amsterdam's tourist problem and sustainable travel in nl
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    de schouder: shoulder

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

    de foto: photo

    Anne Frank: Anne Frank

    de straat: street

    de rust: peace/calm

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Everything on this topic is in inburgeringprep.com. Next step: the Dutch citizenship test.

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  39. EP271: Vrijwilligerswerk

    28 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Volunteering & Activism - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about volunteering & activism. Key words: het vrijwilligerswerk, de vrijwilliger, het belang. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: nuanced opinion expression
    Culture: vrijwilligerswerk, rode kruis, and community engagement
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    het vrijwilligerswerk: voluntary work

    de vrijwilliger: volunteer

    het belang: interest

    de bijdrage: contribution

    leveren: to deliver

    de methode: method

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: mijn inburgering uitslag.

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  40. EP270: GDPR en privacy

    27 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "GDPR en privacy" (Digital Privacy & Rights - Part 1). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore digital privacy & rights. You'll hear words like de praktijk, de boete, de privacy. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: formal debate and argumentation structures
    Culture: gdpr, amsterdam privacy, and dutch data protection
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de praktijk: practice

    de boete: fine

    de privacy: privacy

    het leer: leather

    het feit: fact

    de last: burden

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  41. EP269: Pensioen plannen

    26 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Pensioen plannen", Lisa and Maarten discuss retirement & aging. You'll pick up words like de premie, de brief, het systeem. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: the best inburgering apps. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you implicit meaning and implication in context, plus you'll learn about pensioen, aow, and the aging population debate, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de premie: premium

    de brief: letter

    het systeem: system

    de basis: base

    de overheid: government

    de leeftijd: age

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

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  42. EP268: Fries spreken

    25 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Fries spreken" means "Regional Dialects & Languages - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about regional dialects & languages. Practice hearing de uitspraak, de taal, de streek in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you advanced preposition usage in context, plus you'll learn about fries, brabants, and the many flavors of dutch, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de uitspraak: pronunciation

    de taal: language

    de streek: region

    de meester: master

    het karakter: character

    de klant: client

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in inburgeringprep.com. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamen inburgering.

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  43. EP267: De uitkering

    24 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De uitkering": this B2 lesson covers social security system. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you metaphorical language along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you metaphorical language in context, plus you'll learn about uitkering, belasting, and the dutch welfare state, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    de belasting: tax

    de brug: bridge

    het systeem: system

    de sollicitatieplicht: job-search obligation

    de deken: blanket

    de bijstand: income support

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the study guides. Then keep going: study Dutch online.

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  44. EP266: De grachtenpanden

    23 september 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "De grachtenpanden" and it's all about dutch architecture & design. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de trap, de hals, de Gouden Eeuw. More on inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is regional and register variation. Along the way, discover canal houses, berlage, and modern dutch architecture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de trap: stairs

    de hals: neck

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    de stijl: style

    de verdieping: floor

    het experiment: experiment

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Everything on this topic is in the exam simulator. Next step: KNM exam practice.

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  45. EP265: TU Delft onderzoek

    22 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Science & Innovation - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about science & innovation. Key words: het ding, zelf, het water. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: NT2 examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is advanced verb constructions (schijnen te, blijken te). Along the way, discover tu delft, water management, and dutch scientific achievements, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    het ding: thing

    zelf: self

    het water: water

    het idee: idea

    de oplossing: solution

    de IndustriΓ«le Revolutie: the Industrial Revolution

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Study for your inburgering exam with the KNM practice exams. Also useful: DUO staatsexamen.

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  46. EP264: Gastarbeiders vroeger

    21 september 2026 Β· 5 min

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    "Gastarbeiders vroeger" (Immigration Debate - Part 1). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore immigration debate. You'll hear words like de maatschappij, de arbeid, de gastarbeiders. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is cohesion and text structure. Along the way, discover guest workers, expats, and the evolving dutch multicultural society, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de maatschappij: society

    de arbeid: labor

    de gastarbeiders: migrant workers

    de discussie: discussion

    de generatie: generation

    de economie: economy

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

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  47. EP263: De vierdaagse werkweek

    20 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "De vierdaagse werkweek", Lisa and Maarten discuss work-life balance. You'll pick up words like het bruto salaris, de droom, de vrije sector. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: academic and professional dutch
    Culture: deeltijd werk, vierdaagse werkweek, and dutch quality of life
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het bruto salaris: gross salary

    de droom: dream

    de vrije sector: free-market rental sector

    de week: week

    het bedrijf: company

    aanbieden: to offer

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  48. EP262: Het Concertgebouw

    19 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    "Het Concertgebouw" means "Music & Performing Arts - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about music & performing arts. Practice hearing de muziek, de zaal, spelen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland. Lees meer

    Grammar: idiomatic expressions and proverbs
    Culture: concertgebouw, dutch djs, and the netherlands' music scene
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de muziek: music

    de zaal: hall

    spelen: to play

    de radio: radio

    het instrument: instrument

    de gast: guest

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

    Meer uitleg over dit onderwerp vind je in the exam simulator. Verder op inburgeringprep.com: examen aanmelden bij DUO.

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  49. EP261: De landbouwexport

    18 september 2026 Β· 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De landbouwexport": this B2 lesson covers food industry & agriculture. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness)
    Culture: dutch agriculture exports, lab-grown meat, and food innovation
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: days of the week in Dutch

    het vlees: meat

    de vrije sector: free-market rental sector

    de meter: meter

    de oplossing: solution

    de boer: farmer

    de beweging: movement

    Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the KNM practice exams. Then keep going: inburgeren oefenen.

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  50. EP260: Lelystad Airport

    17 september 2026 Β· 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "Lelystad Airport" and it's all about transportation debate. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het project, Schiphol, het papier. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you rhetorical structures in dutch in context, plus you'll learn about lelystad airport, lightrail, and infrastructure politics, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    het project: project

    Schiphol: Schiphol

    het papier: paper

    doorgaan: to continue

    het plan: plan

    de mening: opinion

    Listen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks: daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.

    Everything on this topic is in inburgeringprep.com. Next step: KNM.

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