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  1. EP159: Online privacy

    7 juni 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Online privacy": 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: Nederlands online oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you separable verbs in all tenses in context, plus you'll learn about whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de privacy: privacy

    de foto: photo

    het verzoek: request

    het wachtwoord: password

    de tekst: text

    de Europese Commissie: European Commission

    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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  2. EP158: De Gouden Eeuw

    6 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Today's episode is called "De Gouden Eeuw" and it's all about dutch history highlights. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het water, de Gouden Eeuw, de duinen en dijken. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. 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.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    het water: water

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    de duinen en dijken: dunes and dikes

    het bedrijf: company

    de Republiek der Zeven Verenigde Nederlanden: Republic of the Seven United Netherlands

    het bezit: possession

    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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  3. EP157: Zonnepanelen

    5 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Sustainability in NL - Part 2: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about sustainability in nl. Key words: de duurzame energie, de energierekening, de overheid. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar). Along the way, discover windmills, zonnepanelen, and the dutch energy transition, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    de energierekening: energy bill

    de overheid: government

    de mogelijkheid: possibility

    het individu: individual

    het stuk: piece

    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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  4. EP156: Coalities vormen

    4 juni 2026 · 4 min

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    "Coalities vormen" (Dutch Politics Basics - Part 2). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch politics basics. You'll hear words like de oppositie, de coalitie, de meerderheid. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is passive voice (worden/zijn). Along the way, discover tweede kamer, coalition governments, and why everything is 'gedoogsteun', which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de oppositie: opposition

    de coalitie: coalition

    de meerderheid: majority

    de regering: government

    de verkiezingen: elections

    worden: to become

    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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  5. EP155: Naar het ziekenhuis

    3 juni 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Naar het ziekenhuis", Lisa and Maarten discuss healthcare system. You'll pick up words like het eigen risico, het ziekenhuis, de rekening. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen B2. Lees meer

    Grammar: reported speech (indirecte rede)
    Culture: verzekering, eigen risico, and navigating dutch healthcare
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    het eigen risico: own risk (deductible)

    het ziekenhuis: hospital

    de rekening: bill

    de huisarts: doctor

    de knie: knee

    de aanvullende verzekering: additional insurance

    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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  6. EP154: Boven de vraagprijs

    2 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    "Boven de vraagprijs" means "Renting & Buying a Home - Part 2". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about renting & buying a home. Practice hearing de makelaar, de hypotheek, haar in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex subclauses, conditional sentences
    Culture: housing crisis, makelaars, and why everyone bids above asking
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de makelaar: realtor

    de hypotheek: mortgage

    haar: her

    de prijs: price

    de kans: opportunity

    de neus: nose

    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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  7. EP152: Terugblik

    1 juni 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Terugblik" and it's all about future plans & dreams. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: reflecteren, terugkijken, ervaring. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you all grammar reviewed in context, plus you'll learn about what makes the netherlands unique, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    reflecteren

    terugkijken

    ervaring

    geleerd

    gegroeid

    veranderd

    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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  8. EP153: Twee minuten overleg

    1 juni 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Twee minuten overleg": 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: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    Grammar: past tense (onvoltooid verleden tijd)
    Culture: poldermodel, flat hierarchy, and the two-minute meeting
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    het overleg: consultation

    de directeur: director

    iedereen: everyone

    niemand: nobody

    de beslissing: decision

    duren: to last

    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: NT2 staatsexamen.

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    🌐 Free inburgering practice at basisexamen inburgering buitenland

  9. EP151: Klimaatverandering

    31 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Climate change: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about environment & sustainability. Key words: het klimaat, veranderen, de temperatuur. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you reported speech in context, plus you'll learn about delta works and dutch water management, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    het klimaat

    veranderen

    de temperatuur

    stijgen

    dalende

    het broeikaseffect

    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 practice exams.

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  10. EP150: Overleggen en compromissen

    30 mei 2026 · 6 min

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    "Overleggen en compromissen" (The polder model). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore politics & society. You'll hear words like het poldermodel, overleggen, consensus. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you indefinite pronouns in context, plus you'll learn about poldermodel, tolerance and dutch democracy, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    het poldermodel

    overleggen

    consensus

    het compromis

    samenwerken

    de belangen

    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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  11. EP149: Belastingen

    29 mei 2026 · 6 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Belastingen", Lisa and Maarten discuss money & banking. You'll pick up words like de belasting, aangeven, de toeslag. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: Dutch lessons online. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is conditional perfect. Along the way, discover dutch frugality and financial culture, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

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

    de belasting

    aangeven

    de toeslag

    de teruggave

    invullen

    de aangifte

    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: NT2 examen oefenen.

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  12. EP148: Gelijkwaardig

    28 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    "Gelijkwaardig" means "Equal". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about relationships & dating. Practice hearing gelijk, gelijkwaardig, afspraken in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is complex subclauses. Along the way, discover dutch dating culture and equality, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    gelijk

    gelijkwaardig

    afspraken

    open communicatie

    eerlijk

    direct

    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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  13. EP147: Social media

    27 mei 2026 · 5 min

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

    Today's grammar point is passivization. Along the way, discover dutch media landscape, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    social media

    de app

    delen

    liken

    reageren

    het bericht

    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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  14. EP146: De ANWB

    25 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "De ANWB" and it's all about cars & driving. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het rijbewijs, de vrijheid, de snelheid. More on inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Grammar: discourse markers and cohesion
    Culture: anwb, speed cameras, and why cycling is faster in cities
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    het rijbewijs: driver's licence

    de vrijheid: freedom

    de snelheid: speed

    de fiets: bicycle

    staan: to stand

    de kant: side

    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: the Dutch citizenship test.

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  15. EP145: Kraamzorg

    24 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Parenting & Family Life - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about parenting & family life. Key words: het consultatiebureau, de kinderopvang, de kraamhulp. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen B1. Lees meer

    Grammar: nominalization
    Culture: kraamzorg, childcare, and the dutch approach to parenting
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    het consultatiebureau: child health clinic

    de kinderopvang: childcare

    de kraamhulp: maternity care

    de bevalling: childbirth

    de collega: colleague

    het kind: child

    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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  16. EP144: Lowlands

    23 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    "Lowlands" (Festivals & Events - Part 1). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore festivals & events. You'll hear words like het terrein, de helft, de muziek. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam. Lees meer

    Grammar: future perfect tense
    Culture: lowlands, king's day, and the dutch festival calendar
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    het terrein: terrain

    de helft: half

    de muziek: music

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    het veld: field

    de stem: voice

    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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  17. EP143: Amsterdam vs Rotterdam

    22 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Amsterdam vs Rotterdam", Lisa and Maarten discuss geography & cities. You'll pick up words like het water, Rotterdam, de duinen en dijken. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you causative constructions (laten/doen) in context, plus you'll learn about amsterdam vs rotterdam, polders, and the delta works, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    het water: water

    Rotterdam: Rotterdam

    de duinen en dijken: dunes and dikes

    de stad: city

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

    Amsterdam: Amsterdam

    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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  18. EP142: De Nederlandse taal - deel 1

    21 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    "De Nederlandse taal - deel 1" means "Dutch Language Deep Dive - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about dutch language deep dive. Practice hearing de plant, de vriendin, het plezier in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you relative clauses with prepositions in context, plus you'll learn about expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: months in Dutch

    de plant: plant

    de vriendin: girlfriend

    het plezier: pleasure

    de vreugde: joy

    het object: object

    het moment: moment

    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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  19. EP141: DWDD kijken

    20 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "DWDD kijken": 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: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you infinitive constructions (te + infinitive) in context, plus you'll learn about dwdd, the voice, and dutch tv culture, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    het programma: program

    het verhaal: story

    de bank: bank

    nergens: nowhere

    kijken: to look

    beïnvloeden: to influence

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

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  20. EP140: Voetbal op zondag

    19 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Voetbal op zondag" and it's all about sports & recreation. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de vader, winnen, Koningsdag. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is complex sentence combining. Along the way, discover voetbal, schaatsen, and why the dutch love king's day sports, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    de vader: father

    winnen: to win

    Koningsdag: King's Day

    de tegenstander: opponent

    de liefde: love

    de sfeer: ambiance

    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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  21. EP139: ASML en chipjes

    18 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    Technology & Innovation - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about technology & innovation. Key words: de wereld, de telefoon, de Randstad. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen online. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is expressing opinions and arguments. Along the way, discover asml, tomtom, and dutch tech startups, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    de wereld: world

    de telefoon: phone

    de Randstad: the Randstad

    het product: product

    produceren: to produce

    gebruiken: to use

    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: DUO staatsexamen.

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  22. EP138: Over het weer praten

    17 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    "Over het weer praten" (Weather & Climate - Part 1). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore weather & climate. You'll hear words like het water, de geschiedenis, de verklaring. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: A2 examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is subjunctive introduction. Along the way, discover why the dutch always talk about weather and 'water management', which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    het water: water

    de geschiedenis: history

    de verklaring: statement

    de slag: battle

    de kleren: clothes

    klagen: to complain

    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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    🌐 Free inburgering practice at staatsexamen NT2

  23. EP137: Relaties en sociaal leven - deel 1

    16 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Relaties en sociaal leven - deel 1", Lisa and Maarten discuss relationships & social life. You'll pick up words like de groep, het jaar, vertellen. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: voltooid tegenwoordige tijd vs voltooid verleden tijd
    Culture: vriendschap, borrels, and the dutch approach to friendship
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    de groep: group

    het jaar: year

    vertellen: to tell

    het verlies: loss

    de ruzie: the argument / fight

    de wetenschap: science

    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: DUO practice exams.

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  24. EP136: Het inburgeringsexamen

    15 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    "Het inburgeringsexamen" means "Immigration & Integration - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about immigration & integration. Practice hearing de kennis, de taal, de maatschappij in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    Grammar: word order inversion rules
    Culture: inburgering, nt2 exams, and building a life in nl
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de kennis: the acquaintance

    de taal: language

    de maatschappij: society

    de permanente verblijfsvergunning: permanent residence permit

    de collega: colleague

    schrijven: to write

    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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  25. EP135: Van Gogh

    14 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Van Gogh": 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: NT2 examen. Lees meer

    Grammar: modal particles (eens, even, maar, toch, nou)
    Culture: van gogh, rijksmuseum, and why dutch design is minimalist
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the days in Dutch

    de kunstenaar: artist

    de stijl: style

    het museum: museum

    de invloed: influence

    de openbare orde: public order

    het gesprek: conversation

    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: staatsexamen oefenen.

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  26. EP134: Stamppot maken

    13 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Stamppot maken" 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, het recept, de opmerking. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering exam A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you er as placeholder (er is/er zijn/er wordt) in context, plus you'll learn about stamppot, bitterballen, and why dinner is at 18:00, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    de maaltijd: meal

    het recept: the recipe

    de opmerking: comment

    het bureau: desk

    eten: to eat

    de mens: human

    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. EP133: LinkedIn netwerken

    12 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Social Media & Digital Life - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about social media & digital life. Key words: de kring, de buurt, de groep. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen voor het KNM examen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you separable verbs in all tenses in context, plus you'll learn about whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch words

    de kring: circle

    de buurt: neighbourhood

    de groep: group

    iemand: someone

    opbellen: to call up

    de hoogte: height

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

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  28. EP132: De VOC

    11 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    "De VOC" (Dutch History Highlights - Part 1). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore dutch history highlights. You'll hear words like het verhaal, de winst, de oorlog. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen A2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you conjuncties (hoewel, tenzij, mits) in context, plus you'll learn about voc, golden age, and how the netherlands was built on water, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    het verhaal: story

    de winst: profit

    de oorlog: war

    de Gouden Eeuw: the Golden Age

    de invloed: influence

    het geweld: violence

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  29. EP131: Windmolens

    10 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Windmolens", Lisa and Maarten discuss sustainability in nl. You'll pick up words like de duurzame energie, de stroom, het landschap. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar). Along the way, discover windmills, zonnepanelen, and the dutch energy transition, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de duurzame energie: sustainable energy

    de stroom: flow

    het landschap: landscape

    de toekomst: future

    de overheid: government

    het gebruik: use

    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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  30. EP130: De Tweede Kamer

    9 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    "De Tweede Kamer" means "Dutch Politics Basics - Part 1". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about dutch politics basics. Practice hearing de regering, de coalitie, de meerderheid in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is passive voice (worden/zijn). Along the way, discover tweede kamer, coalition governments, and why everything is 'gedoogsteun', which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    de regering: government

    de coalitie: coalition

    de meerderheid: majority

    de kamer: room

    het voorstel: proposal

    de verkiezingen: elections

    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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  31. EP129: De verzekering kiezen

    8 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De verzekering kiezen": this B1 lesson covers healthcare system. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you reported speech (indirecte rede) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the best inburgering apps. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is reported speech (indirecte rede). Along the way, discover verzekering, eigen risico, and navigating dutch healthcare, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de premie: premium

    de zorgverzekering: health insurance

    de aanvullende verzekering: additional insurance

    de tandarts: dentist

    de maand: month

    het eigen risico: own risk (deductible)

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

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  32. EP127: Werkcultuur in Nederland - deel 1

    7 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Dutch Work Culture - Part 1: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about dutch work culture. Key words: de beslissing, de mening, de klas. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: past tense (onvoltooid verleden tijd)
    Culture: poldermodel, flat hierarchy, and the two-minute meeting
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    de beslissing: decision

    de mening: opinion

    de klas: class

    de baas: boss

    de school: school

    de leiding: leadership

    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: study Dutch online.

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  33. EP128: Huizen zoeken

    7 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Huizen zoeken" and it's all about renting & buying a home. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de makelaar, het huis, de hypotheek. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: complex subclauses, conditional sentences
    Culture: housing crisis, makelaars, and why everyone bids above asking
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: the Dutch calendar words

    de makelaar: realtor

    het huis: house

    de hypotheek: mortgage

    het geluk: luck

    de prijs: price

    de kans: opportunity

    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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  34. EP126: Mijn dromen

    6 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    "Mijn dromen" (My dreams). In today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore future plans & dreams. You'll hear words like de toekomst, dromen, plannen. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen. Lees meer

    Grammar: comprehensive review: tenses, subclauses, passive, conditional
    Culture: what makes the netherlands unique
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: simple words in Dutch

    de toekomst

    dromen

    plannen

    doelen

    bereiken

    streven

    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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  35. EP125: De Deltawerken

    5 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    In this B1 Dutch lesson called "De Deltawerken", Lisa and Maarten discuss environment & sustainability. You'll pick up words like het water, de zee, de rivier. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: staatsexamen NT2. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you reported speech in context, plus you'll learn about delta works and dutch water management, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    het water

    de zee

    de rivier

    de dijk

    de dam

    de sluis

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

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  36. EP124: De verkiezingen

    4 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    "De verkiezingen" means "The elections". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about politics & society. Practice hearing de politiek, de verkiezing, stemmen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you indefinite pronouns in context, plus you'll learn about poldermodel, tolerance and dutch democracy, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    de politiek

    de verkiezing

    stemmen

    de partij

    de minister

    de premier

    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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  37. EP123: Mijn spaardoel

    3 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Mijn spaardoel": this B1 lesson covers money & banking. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you conditional perfect along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you conditional perfect in context, plus you'll learn about dutch frugality and financial culture, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch pronunciation

    de bank

    de rekening

    storten

    opnemen

    het saldo

    sparen

    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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  38. EP122: De date

    2 mei 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "De date" and it's all about relationships & dating. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de date, afspreken, leuk vinden. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is complex subclauses. Along the way, discover dutch dating culture and equality, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: everyday Dutch phrases

    de date

    afspreken

    leuk vinden

    verliefd

    de relatie

    beginnen

    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. EP121: Het nieuws van vandaag

    1 mei 2026 · 5 min

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    Today's news: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about news & media. Key words: het nieuws, de krant, het artikel. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is passivization. Along the way, discover dutch media landscape, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.

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

    het nieuws

    de krant

    het artikel

    het journaal

    de uitzending

    de verslaggever

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

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  40. EP120: Een stedentrip

    30 april 2026 · 4 min

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    "Een stedentrip" (Holidays & Travel Planning - Part 5). In today's A2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore holidays & travel planning. You'll hear words like de reis, de koffer, het hotel. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is passive voice introduction. Along the way, discover duing holidays, efteling, and booking via d-reizen, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: de Nederlandse grammatica

    de reis: trip, journey

    de koffer: suitcase

    het hotel: hotel

    de stad: city

    worden: to become

    reizen: to travel

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  41. EP119: Huiswerk maken

    29 april 2026 · 4 min

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    In this A2 Dutch lesson called "Huiswerk maken", Lisa and Maarten discuss dutch schools & education. You'll pick up words like het advies, de basisschool, de leraar. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: learn Dutch online. Lees meer

    Grammar: indirect questions
    Culture: basisschool, vmbo/havo/vwo, and the dutch school system
    Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: basic Dutch words

    het advies: advice

    de basisschool: primary school

    de leraar: teacher

    de school: school

    het HAVO: HAVO (general secondary)

    de slag: battle

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at A2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  42. EP118: Winter in Nederland

    28 april 2026 · 4 min

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    "Winter in Nederland" means "Clothing & Weather Prep - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's A2 inburgering prep lesson about clothing & weather prep. Practice hearing de winter, de kleren, buiten in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2. Lees meer

    Grammar: reflexive verbs (zich)
    Culture: layering like a dutch person and the 'zonnetje' obsession
    Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language grammar

    de winter: winter

    de kleren: clothes

    buiten: outside

    de deken: blanket

    de operatie: operation

    de vergelijking: comparison

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this A2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  43. EP117: Online boodschappen

    27 april 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Online boodschappen": this A2 lesson covers phone & internet. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you word order in subordinate clauses along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering. Lees meer

    Grammar: word order in subordinate clauses
    Culture: kpn, ziggo, and setting up life in the netherlands
    Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    het abonnement: subscription

    de telefoon: phone

    leeg: empty

    de minuut: minute

    de snelheid: speed

    het tijdelijk contract: temporary contract

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

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  44. EP116: Contant is verleden

    26 april 2026 · 3 min

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    Today's episode is called "Contant is verleden" and it's all about money & banking. Lisa and Maarten practice A2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het geld, de rente, de bank. More on inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you modal verbs in past tense in context, plus you'll learn about pin only, tikkie culture, and why cash is disappearing, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: pronunciation in Dutch

    het geld: money

    de rente: interest

    de bank: bank

    de rekening: bill

    de koffie: coffee

    vroeger: back in the days

    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: your inburgering exam result.

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  45. EP115: Koffie bij de buren

    25 april 2026 · 4 min

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    Neighbors & Community - Part 5: that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this A2 lesson about neighbors & community. Key words: de buurman, het chemisch afval, de straat. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO staatsexamen. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you relative clauses (die/dat) in context, plus you'll learn about the buurtfeest, klussen, and dutch neighborly culture, a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: hello in Dutch

    de buurman: the neighbor (male)

    het chemisch afval: chemical waste

    de straat: street

    de gang: corridor

    de muur: wall

    aannemen: to assume / to hire

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at A2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  46. EP114: Het eigen risico

    24 april 2026 · 4 min

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    "Het eigen risico" (Going to the Doctor - Part 5). In today's A2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore going to the doctor. You'll hear words like de huisarts, het ziekenhuis, de apotheek. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam. Lees meer

    This lesson teaches you prepositions of time and place in context, plus you'll learn about the huisarts system and why dutch doctors say 'take paracetamol', a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: months in Dutch

    de huisarts: doctor

    het ziekenhuis: hospital

    de apotheek: pharmacy

    de aanvullende verzekering: additional insurance

    de brief: letter

    de week: week

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this A2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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  47. EP113: Vertraging op het spoor

    23 april 2026 · 4 min

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    In this A2 Dutch lesson called "Vertraging op het spoor", Lisa and Maarten discuss public transport in nl. You'll pick up words like de trein, de fiets, het station. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is separable verbs in sentences. Along the way, discover ov-chipkaart, ns trains, and why everyone cycles instead, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch grammar

    de trein: train

    de fiets: bicycle

    het station: station

    de reis: trip, journey

    later: later

    reizen: to travel

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

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  48. EP112: Korting en aanbiedingen

    22 april 2026 · 4 min

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    "Korting en aanbiedingen" means "At the Market & Supermarket - Part 5". Join Lisa and Maarten for today's A2 inburgering prep lesson about at the market & supermarket. Practice hearing de markt, de kaas, het brood in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is comparatives and superlatives. Along the way, discover the albert heijn experience and dutch love for kaas, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch vocabulary

    de markt: market

    de kaas: cheese

    het brood: bread

    mevrouw: Mrs.

    de keuze: choice

    de rand: edge

    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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  49. EP111: Bevrijdingsdag

    21 april 2026 · 4 min

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    Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Bevrijdingsdag": this A2 lesson covers dutch traditions & celebrations. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you past tense (voltooid tegenwoordige tijd), subclauses along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering. Lees meer

    Today's grammar point is past tense (voltooid tegenwoordige tijd), subclauses. Along the way, discover koninkrijksdag, sinterklaas, and why the dutch love birthdays in circles, which you need to know for the inburgering exam.
    Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch articles

    het koninkrijk: kingdom

    het gedicht: poem

    de samenwerking: cooperation

    de kring: circle

    Sinterklaas: Sinterklaas

    de traditie: tradition

    Perfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at A2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.

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  50. EP110: Tot ziens, A2!

    20 april 2026 · 4 min

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    Today's episode is called "Tot ziens, A2!" and it's all about hobbies & sports. Lisa and Maarten practice A2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: muziek, luisteren, spelen. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen. Lees meer

    Grammar: review: all a2 grammar through hobbies context
    Culture: voetbal, schaatsen and dutch sporting culture
    Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.

    Vocabulary from this episode. More: Dutch language vocabulary

    muziek

    luisteren

    spelen

    het instrument

    de gitaar

    de piano

    Whether you're studying for the inburgering exam or just want to speak better Dutch, this A2 lesson is for you. Subscribe for daily episodes!

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