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  1. EP259: Wat is Nederlands?

    16 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Cultural Identity - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about cultural identity. Key words: de waarden, de normen, Willem van Oranje. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: learn Dutch online. 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.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de waarden: values

    de normen: norms

    Willem van Oranje: William of Orange

    de taal: language

    de maatschappij: society

    voelen: to feel

    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: the best way to learn Dutch.

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  2. EP258: Het onderwijsdebat

    15 september 2026 · 5 min

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    "Het onderwijsdebat" (Education Reform - Part 1). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore education reform. You'll hear words like het kind, het voortgezet onderwijs, de ontwikkeling. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: A2 examen oefenen. 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.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    het kind: child

    het voortgezet onderwijs: secondary education

    de ontwikkeling: development

    het probleem: problem

    de plaats: place

    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!

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    🌐 Free inburgering practice at staatsexamen B2

  3. EP257: Sociale huur

    14 september 2026 · 5 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Sociale huur", Lisa and Maarten discuss housing market debate. You'll pick up words like de sociale huur, verdienen, de vrije sector. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is stylistic variation (formal vs informal). Along the way, discover social housing, gentrification, and the amsterdam housing crisis, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de sociale huur: social rent

    verdienen: to earn

    de vrije sector: free-market rental sector

    verhuizen: to move house

    de woningcorporatie: housing corporation

    de gemeenteraad: municipal council

    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: Mijn Inburgering.

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  4. EP256: Startup Amsterdam

    13 september 2026 · 4 min

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    "Startup Amsterdam" means "Entrepreneurship & Startups - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about entrepreneurship & startups. Practice hearing de markt, het bedrijf, het product in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. 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.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de markt: market

    het bedrijf: company

    het product: product

    de droom: dream

    de wereld: world

    het idee: idea

    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: your inburgering exam result.

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  5. EP255: GGZ en hulp zoeken

    12 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "GGZ en hulp zoeken": this B2 lesson covers mental health & wellbeing. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you advanced word order (midfield scrambling) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: NT2 staatsexamen. 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.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de spoedeisende hulp: emergency room

    de wachtlijst: waiting list

    de huisarts: doctor

    jezelf: yourself

    het hoofd: head

    de zorg: care

    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: inburgering vrijstelling.

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  6. EP254: Brussel en Den Haag

    11 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Brussel en Den Haag" and it's all about european union & nl. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de samenwerking, het beleid, de rechterlijke macht. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering exam A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: discourse markers and argumentation
    Culture: brussels, euro, and the dutch role in the eu
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: months in Dutch

    de samenwerking: cooperation

    het beleid: policy

    de rechterlijke macht: judicial power

    Den Haag: The Hague

    de invloed: influence

    de Europese Unie: European Union

    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 oefenexamen.

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  7. EP253: De stikstofcrisis

    10 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Environment & Climate Debate - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about environment & climate debate. Key words: de maatregel, de natuur, de rechter. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen voor het KNM examen. Lees meer

    Grammar: nominalization and formal register
    Culture: stikstofcrisis, nitrogen policy, and the farmer protests
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de maatregel: measure

    de natuur: nature

    de rechter: judge

    de uitspraak: pronunciation

    de overheid: government

    het beleid: policy

    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: study Dutch online.

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  8. EP252: Annie MG Schmidt

    9 september 2026 · 4 min

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    "Annie MG Schmidt" (Dutch Literature & Poetry - Part 1). In today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch literature & poetry. You'll hear words like de literatuur, haar, de schrijver. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex conditional (aanvoegende wijs)
    Culture: annie mg schmidt, multatuli, and modern dutch writers
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de literatuur: literature

    haar: her

    de schrijver: writer

    lezen: to read

    de tand: tooth

    het boek: book

    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: a KNM practice exam.

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  9. EP251: Het NOS Journaal

    8 september 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Het NOS Journaal", Lisa and Maarten discuss current events & news. You'll pick up words like de schrijver, de mening, de pers. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you advanced passive constructions in context, plus you'll learn about nos journaal, opinion pieces, and discussing current affairs, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    de schrijver: writer

    de mening: opinion

    de pers: press

    de mond: mouth

    de minister: minister

    de bron: source

    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: staatsexamen B2.

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  10. EP250: Parkeren in de stad

    7 september 2026 · 4 min

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    "Parkeren in de stad" means "Cars & Driving - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about cars & driving. Practice hearing het rijbewijs, de fiets, de boete in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you discourse markers and cohesion in context, plus you'll learn about anwb, speed cameras, and why cycling is faster in cities, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    het rijbewijs: driver's licence

    de fiets: bicycle

    de boete: fine

    de conclusie: conclusion

    de stad: city

    rijden: to drive

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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

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  11. EP249: Sinterklaas met kinderen

    6 september 2026 · 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Sinterklaas met kinderen": this B1 lesson covers parenting & family life. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you nominalization along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: study Dutch online. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you nominalization in context, plus you'll learn about kraamzorg, childcare, and the dutch approach to parenting, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het geheim: secret

    de schoen: shoe

    de spanning: tension, stress

    het gedicht: poem

    het bezoek: visit

    Sinterklaas: Sinterklaas

    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: a practice exam for inburgering.

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  12. EP248: Zomercarnaval

    5 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Zomercarnaval" and it's all about festivals & events. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: Koningsdag, het bier, het terrein. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is future perfect tense. Along the way, discover lowlands, king's day, and the dutch festival calendar, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    het bier: beer

    het terrein: terrain

    de leraar: teacher

    het dorp: village

    de stem: voice

    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: inburgering exam registration.

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  13. EP247: De Veluwe

    4 september 2026 · 4 min

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    Geography & Cities - Part 5: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about geography & cities. Key words: de Veluwe, de Deltawerken, het water. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is causative constructions (laten/doen). Along the way, discover amsterdam vs rotterdam, polders, and the delta works, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the days in Dutch

    de Veluwe: the Veluwe

    de Deltawerken: the Delta Works

    het water: water

    het landschap: landscape

    de geschiedenis: history

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.

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  14. EP246: Doei!

    3 september 2026 · 4 min

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    "Doei!" (Dutch Language Deep Dive - Part 5). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch language deep dive. You'll hear words like de taal, de uitdrukking, de vriendin. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is relative clauses with prepositions. Along the way, discover expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    de taal: language

    de uitdrukking: expression

    de vriendin: girlfriend

    de handeling: act

    de activiteit: activity

    toen: then (past)

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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

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    🌐 Free inburgering practice at het inburgeringsexamen

  15. EP245: Netflix en chillen

    2 september 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Netflix en chillen", Lisa and Maarten discuss media & entertainment. You'll pick up words like het programma, de twijfel, Holland. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen B2. Lees meer

    Grammar: infinitive constructions (te + infinitive)
    Culture: dwdd, the voice, and dutch tv culture
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    het programma: program

    de twijfel: doubt

    Holland: Holland

    de nacht: night

    het abonnement: subscription

    het aantal: number of

    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: learn Dutch free.

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  16. EP244: Hardlopen in het park

    1 september 2026 · 4 min

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    "Hardlopen in het park" means "Sports & Recreation - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about sports & recreation. Practice hearing Koningsdag, de fles, het volk in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex sentence combining
    Culture: voetbal, schaatsen, and why the dutch love king's day sports
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    de fles: bottle

    het volk: people

    de indruk: impression

    de liefde: love

    Willem van Oranje: William of Orange

    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: the Dutch citizenship test.

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  17. EP243: Digitale innovatie

    31 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Digitale innovatie": this B1 lesson covers technology & innovation. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you expressing opinions and arguments along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    Grammar: expressing opinions and arguments
    Culture: asml, tomtom, and dutch tech startups
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    het bedrijf: company

    de telefoon: phone

    de Industriële Revolutie: the Industrial Revolution

    de productie: production

    de privacy: privacy

    de verantwoordelijkheid: responsibility

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Inburgering exam coming up? Read the study guides. Then keep going: inburgering login.

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  18. EP242: Weer en klimaat - deel 5

    30 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "Weer en klimaat - deel 5" and it's all about weather & climate. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de duinen en dijken, het water, de polders. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you subjunctive introduction in context, plus you'll learn about why the dutch always talk about weather and 'water management', a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de duinen en dijken: dunes and dikes

    het water: water

    de polders: polders

    de Deltawerken: the Delta Works

    stijgen: rise

    de zorg: care

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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

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  19. EP241: Een relatie

    29 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Relationships & Social Life - Part 5: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about relationships & social life. Key words: het initiatief, afspreken, de collega. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you voltooid tegenwoordige tijd vs voltooid verleden tijd in context, plus you'll learn about vriendschap, borrels, and the dutch approach to friendship, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    het initiatief: initiative

    afspreken: to make an appointment

    de collega: colleague

    het water: water

    nemen: to take

    de koffie: coffee

    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: vrijstelling inburgering 600 uur.

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  20. EP240: Vluchtelingen

    28 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "Vluchtelingen" (Immigration & Integration - Part 5). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore immigration & integration. You'll hear words like de taal, de vrouw, de maatschappij. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you word order inversion rules in context, plus you'll learn about inburgering, nt2 exams, and building a life in nl, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de taal: language

    de vrouw: woman

    de maatschappij: society

    de permanente verblijfsvergunning: permanent residence permit

    leven: to live

    leren: to learn

    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: oefenexamen inburgering.

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  21. EP239: De Letteren

    27 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "De Letteren", Lisa and Maarten discuss dutch art & culture. You'll pick up words like het museum, de stijl, de verklaring. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: an online Dutch course. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is modal particles (eens, even, maar, toch, nou). Along the way, discover van gogh, rijksmuseum, and why dutch design is minimalist, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    het museum: museum

    de stijl: style

    de verklaring: statement

    de kunstenaar: artist

    de emotie: emotion

    de achtergrond: background

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 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 online.

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  22. EP238: Pannenkoeken

    26 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    "Pannenkoeken" means "Cooking & Dutch Food Culture - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about cooking & dutch food culture. Practice hearing de gewoonte, de tafel, eten in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is er as placeholder (er is/er zijn/er wordt). Along the way, discover stamppot, bitterballen, and why dinner is at 18:00, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    de gewoonte: habit

    de tafel: table

    eten: to eat

    de maaltijd: meal

    het bier: beer

    de wijn: wine

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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

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  23. EP237: Een app maken

    25 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Een app maken": this B1 lesson covers social media & digital life. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you separable verbs in all tenses along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is separable verbs in all tenses. Along the way, discover whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de stap: step

    de familie: family

    de categorie: category

    binnenkomen: to enter

    de privacy: privacy

    de techniek: technique

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

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  24. EP236: De Bevrijding

    24 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "De Bevrijding" and it's all about dutch history highlights. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de vreugde, de vrijheid, de periode. More on inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    Grammar: conjuncties (hoewel, tenzij, mits)
    Culture: voc, golden age, and how the netherlands was built on water
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de vreugde: joy

    de vrijheid: freedom

    de periode: period

    de rest: rest

    het verdriet: sadness

    Bevrijdingsdag: Liberation Day

    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: Dutch level test.

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  25. EP235: Groen leven

    23 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    Sustainability in NL - Part 5: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about sustainability in nl. Key words: het chemisch afval, het landschap, de duurzame energie. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen B1. Lees meer

    Grammar: relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar)
    Culture: windmills, zonnepanelen, and the dutch energy transition
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het chemisch afval: chemical waste

    het landschap: landscape

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    de stroom: flow

    de wind: wind

    de hand: hand

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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

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  26. EP234: De burgemeester

    22 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "De burgemeester" (Dutch Politics Basics - Part 5). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch politics basics. You'll hear words like de regering, de coalitie, de meerderheid. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam. Lees meer

    Grammar: passive voice (worden/zijn)
    Culture: tweede kamer, coalition governments, and why everything is 'gedoogsteun'
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de regering: government

    de coalitie: coalition

    de meerderheid: majority

    de oppositie: opposition

    de burgemeester: mayor

    de kamer: room

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  27. EP233: Fysiotherapie

    21 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Fysiotherapie", Lisa and Maarten discuss healthcare system. You'll pick up words like de aanvullende verzekering, het eigen risico, de zorg. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you reported speech (indirecte rede) in context, plus you'll learn about verzekering, eigen risico, and navigating dutch healthcare, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

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

    de aanvullende verzekering: additional insurance

    het eigen risico: own risk (deductible)

    de zorg: care

    de verwijsbrief: referral letter

    de behandeling: therapy

    de basisverzekering: basic insurance

    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: Nederlands examen oefenen.

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  28. EP232: Verhuizen

    20 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "Verhuizen" means "Renting & Buying a Home - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about renting & buying a home. Practice hearing haar, de makelaar, de hypotheek in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you complex subclauses, conditional sentences in context, plus you'll learn about housing crisis, makelaars, and why everyone bids above asking, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    haar: her

    de makelaar: realtor

    de hypotheek: mortgage

    de crisis: crisis

    het huis: house

    de prijs: price

    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.

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  29. EP231: Deeltijd werken

    19 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Deeltijd werken": this B1 lesson covers dutch work culture. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you past tense (onvoltooid verleden tijd) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you past tense (onvoltooid verleden tijd) in context, plus you'll learn about poldermodel, flat hierarchy, and the two-minute meeting, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    het overleg: consultation

    de vergadering: meeting

    de baas: boss

    het bezwaar: objection

    iedereen: everyone

    de klas: class

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 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.

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  30. EP230: Dank jullie wel!

    18 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Dank jullie wel!" and it's all about future plans & dreams. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de terugblik, het begin, het einde. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is all grammar reviewed. Along the way, discover what makes the netherlands unique, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    de terugblik

    het begin

    het einde

    de reis

    het avontuur

    samengevat

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  31. EP229: De natuur

    17 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Nature: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about environment & sustainability. Key words: de natuur, het reservaat, dieren. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: Nederlands online oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is reported speech. Along the way, discover delta works and dutch water management, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de natuur

    het reservaat

    dieren

    planten

    behoud

    bedreigd

    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: mijn inburgering uitslag.

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  32. EP228: Democratie

    16 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    "Democratie" (Democracy). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore politics & society. You'll hear words like de democratie, deelnamen, medebeslissen. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: A2 examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is indefinite pronouns. Along the way, discover poldermodel, tolerance and dutch democracy, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de democratie

    deelnamen

    medebeslissen

    transparant

    verantwoording

    de burger

    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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  33. EP227: Het pensioen

    15 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Het pensioen", Lisa and Maarten discuss money & banking. You'll pick up words like het pensioen, sparen, regelen. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: review: conditional perfect through finance context
    Culture: dutch frugality and financial culture
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    het pensioen

    sparen

    regelen

    verzekeren

    de verzekering

    de inhouding

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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

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  34. EP226: Emoties

    14 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    "Emoties" means "Emotions". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about relationships & dating. Practice hearing de verwachting, de realiteit, compromis in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Grammar: review: complex subclauses through relationships
    Culture: dutch dating culture and equality
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: months in Dutch

    de verwachting

    de realiteit

    compromis

    afstemmen

    groei

    veranderen

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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

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  35. EP225: De pers

    13 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De pers": this B1 lesson covers news & media. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you passivization along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: NT2 examen. Lees meer

    Grammar: review: passive voice through media context
    Culture: dutch media landscape
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de pers

    vrijheid

    censuur

    onafhankelijk

    transparant

    de verantwoordelijkheid

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

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  36. EP224: Rijles nemen

    12 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Rijles nemen" and it's all about cars & driving. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de theorie, de fiets, de vriend. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering exam A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you discourse markers and cohesion in context, plus you'll learn about anwb, speed cameras, and why cycling is faster in cities, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de theorie: theory

    de fiets: bicycle

    de vriend: friend

    de greep: grip

    kosten: to cost

    het rijbewijs: driver's licence

    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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  37. EP223: Naar de speeltuin

    11 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Parenting & Family Life - Part 4: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about parenting & family life. Key words: het kinderdagverblijf, de gastouder, de opvoeding. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen voor het KNM examen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you nominalization in context, plus you'll learn about kraamzorg, childcare, and the dutch approach to parenting, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    het kinderdagverblijf: daycare centre

    de gastouder: host parent

    de opvoeding: education

    de verloskundige: midwife

    de kinderopvangtoeslag: childcare allowance

    de kinderbijslag: child benefit

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

    Study for your inburgering exam with the study guides. Also useful: staatsexamen B1.

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  38. EP222: Nooit meer slapen

    10 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "Nooit meer slapen" (Festivals & Events - Part 4). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore festivals & events. You'll hear words like de vergunning, het terrein, de muziek. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you future perfect tense in context, plus you'll learn about lowlands, king's day, and the dutch festival calendar, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de vergunning: permit

    het terrein: terrain

    de muziek: music

    het bier: beer

    de vrijwilliger: volunteer

    de operatie: operation

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  39. EP221: Friesland

    9 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Friesland", Lisa and Maarten discuss geography & cities. You'll pick up words like het water, de Deltawerken, Rotterdam. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is causative constructions (laten/doen). Along the way, discover amsterdam vs rotterdam, polders, and the delta works, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het water: water

    de Deltawerken: the Delta Works

    Rotterdam: Rotterdam

    het landschap: landscape

    de regering: government

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

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

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  40. EP220: Houd je bek

    8 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "Houd je bek" means "Dutch Language Deep Dive - Part 4". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about dutch language deep dive. Practice hearing het moment, de titel, de activiteit in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is relative clauses with prepositions. Along the way, discover expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    het moment: moment

    de titel: title

    de activiteit: activity

    de dood: death

    de vriendin: girlfriend

    de kust: coast

    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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  41. EP219: Podcasts luisteren

    7 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Podcasts luisteren": this B1 lesson covers media & entertainment. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you infinitive constructions (te + infinitive) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: Dutch lessons online. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is infinitive constructions (te + infinitive). Along the way, discover dwdd, the voice, and dutch tv culture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the days in Dutch

    het programma: program

    het abonnement: subscription

    luisteren: to listen

    het ding: thing

    de schrijver: writer

    Holland: Holland

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  42. EP218: De sportschool

    6 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "De sportschool" and it's all about sports & recreation. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het abonnement, de sfeer, Koningsdag. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex sentence combining
    Culture: voetbal, schaatsen, and why the dutch love king's day sports
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    het abonnement: subscription

    de sfeer: ambiance

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    de moed: courage

    de zaal: hall

    de trap: stairs

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 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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  43. EP217: TU Delft

    5 augustus 2026 · 5 min

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    Technology & Innovation - Part 4: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about technology & innovation. Key words: de markt, het bedrijf, dromen. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: expressing opinions and arguments
    Culture: asml, tomtom, and dutch tech startups
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de markt: market

    het bedrijf: company

    dromen: to dream

    de Industriële Revolutie: the Industrial Revolution

    de uitdrukking: expression

    de kant: side

    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: learning Dutch for beginners.

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  44. EP216: Weer en klimaat - deel 4

    4 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "Weer en klimaat - deel 4" (Weather & Climate - Part 4). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore weather & climate. You'll hear words like de duurzame energie, de duinen en dijken, het water. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    Grammar: subjunctive introduction
    Culture: why the dutch always talk about weather and 'water management'
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    de duinen en dijken: dunes and dikes

    het water: water

    de aarde: earth, soil

    de Veluwe: the Veluwe

    de betekenis: meaning

    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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  45. EP215: Verjaardagen

    3 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Verjaardagen", Lisa and Maarten discuss relationships & social life. You'll pick up words like de traditie, de dochter, samenwerken. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen NT2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you voltooid tegenwoordige tijd vs voltooid verleden tijd in context, plus you'll learn about vriendschap, borrels, and the dutch approach to friendship, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    de traditie: tradition

    de dochter: daughter

    samenwerken: to cooperate

    de collega: colleague

    de opvoeding: education

    de herinnering: reminder

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 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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  46. EP214: De IMD

    2 augustus 2026 · 4 min

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    "De IMD" means "Immigration & Integration - Part 4". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about immigration & integration. Practice hearing de maatschappij, meedoen, het doel in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you word order inversion rules in context, plus you'll learn about inburgering, nt2 exams, and building a life in nl, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de maatschappij: society

    meedoen: to participate

    het doel: target

    de taal: language

    de permanente verblijfsvergunning: permanent residence permit

    voelen: to feel

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 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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  47. EP213: Straatkunst

    1 augustus 2026 · 3 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Straatkunst": this B1 lesson covers dutch art & culture. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you modal particles (eens, even, maar, toch, nou) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you modal particles (eens, even, maar, toch, nou) in context, plus you'll learn about van gogh, rijksmuseum, and why dutch design is minimalist, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    het museum: museum

    de stijl: style

    allebei: both

    de emotie: emotion

    het volk: people

    de stoel: chair

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

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  48. EP212: De toko

    31 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "De toko" and it's all about cooking & dutch food culture. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de maaltijd, de gewoonte, de keuken. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is er as placeholder (er is/er zijn/er wordt). Along the way, discover stamppot, bitterballen, and why dinner is at 18:00, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de maaltijd: meal

    de gewoonte: habit

    de keuken: kitchen

    de generatie: generation

    de moed: courage

    de poging: attempt

    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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  49. EP211: Influencers

    30 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Social Media & Digital Life - Part 4: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about social media & digital life. Key words: vallen, de groep, samenwerken. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is separable verbs in all tenses. Along the way, discover whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    vallen: fall

    de groep: group

    samenwerken: to cooperate

    de kennis: the acquaintance

    de meester: master

    de mond: mouth

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  50. EP210: De Delta Works

    29 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    "De Delta Works" (Dutch History Highlights - Part 4). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch history highlights. You'll hear words like het water, de Deltawerken, de Watersnoodramp. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is conjuncties (hoewel, tenzij, mits). Along the way, discover voc, golden age, and how the netherlands was built on water, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    het water: water

    de Deltawerken: the Delta Works

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

    de noodzaak: need

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    de duinen en dijken: dunes and dikes

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this B1 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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