Dutch Studies
Language
This part of the website offers useful links not only for specific language problems but also links dealing with the history of the Dutch language as well as organisations specifically set up for Dutch. The following categories may help you solve a particular language problem or give you further information about the Dutch language.
- Dialects - an array of links covering some of the Dutch dialects
- Dictionaries - this page has been split up into 4 main areas: main, other languages, specialist and alternative dictionaries.
- Digitale Bibliotheek - Many good language links
- General - links covering various language aspects
- Grammar - these links offer solutions to grammar problems as well as grammar exercises
- History - speaks for itself, history of the language
- Lagelands - learn Dutch online
- Linguistics - tips on language use
- Organisations - large number of organisations and associations supporting and promoting the Dutch language
- Spelling - there are not only links about the new Dutch spelling but also one to practice your dictation
The Taalthuis site is a good starting point if you just browsing. It offers information and help on grammar, pronunciation, spelling and links to other useful sites.
There is also a Nederlandstalig version of this site for those who already understand Dutch at an advanced level. It has more detailed information on Dutch spelling (also the changes in the new Dutch spelling), reflections on the topic of language and Internet and links to other Dutch language & literature sites. The Dutch version can be found at Taalthuis Nederlands.
