Chapter 2

Pronunciation & vocabulary

Talk about family and everyday life. Practise Dutch sounds, describe where things are and learn colours, numbers and time.

Begin with the introduction, then follow the lessons and practice activities below. Lesson numbers continue throughout the course.

Introduction · People, sounds & everyday life

Meet the chapter topics and learn how to practise.

Talk about family members and favourite activities.

Say where something is.

Listen to Dutch words and practise their sounds.

Hear and practise the difference between ee and ie.

Practise sounds in words such as geit, trein and bijl.

Compare short and long vowel sounds.

Use words for one person and for several people.

Build and practise more short sentences.

Check words, positions and sounds from the lessons so far.

Talk about seeing, hearing and smelling.

Name colours and describe things around you.

Practise numbers and counting.

Ask and say what time it is.

Review vocabulary using the chapter flashcard activities.

Review the chapter and repeat what needs more practice.