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Lisa and Maarten are two friends who chat in simple Dutch about everyday life. Perfect for beginners learning Dutch. Short daily episodes with vocabulary, grammar tips, and cultural insights about the Netherlands. From greetings and food to Dutch traditions and daily life — learn Dutch by listening to natural conversations from A1 up to B2 level.
- 280 - EP280: Gentrificatie
"Gentrificatie" means "Housing Market Debate - Part 2" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about housing market debate. Practice hearing de wijk, de sociale huur, verhuizen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.
Grammar: stylistic variation (formal vs informal)
Culture: social housing, gentrification, and the amsterdam housing crisis
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language vocabulary
de wijk — the neighborhoodde sociale huur — social rentverhuizen — to move housede kracht — powerde poging — attemptde sfeer — ambianceListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comWed, 07 Oct 2026 - 279 - EP279: Investeerders
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Investeerders" — this B2 lesson covers entrepreneurship & startups. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you collocations and fixed expressions along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen online.
Grammar: collocations and fixed expressions
Culture: startup amsterdam, venture capital, and dutch business culture
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
het geld — moneyde groei — growthde baas — bossgroeien — to growhet eigen risico — own risk (deductible)de zekerheid — securityPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch language level testTue, 06 Oct 2026 - 278 - EP278: Mindfulness
Today's episode is called "Mindfulness" and it's all about mental health & wellbeing. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het oordeel, de fabriek, de gezondheid. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2.
This lesson teaches you advanced word order (midfield scrambling) in context, plus you'll learn about ggz, mindfulness, and dutch attitudes toward mental health — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch words
het oordeel — judgmentde fabriek — factoryde gezondheid — healthde spoedeisende hulp — emergency roomde gezondheidszorg — healthcarede klas — classWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorMon, 05 Oct 2026 - 277 - EP277: De euro
European Union & NL - Part 2 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about european union & nl. Key words: de Europese Unie, de partner, de samenwerking. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering.
This lesson teaches you discourse markers and argumentation in context, plus you'll learn about brussels, euro, and the dutch role in the eu — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch pronunciation
de Europese Unie — European Unionde partner — partnerde samenwerking — cooperationde economie — economyde operatie — operationde rechterlijke macht — judicial powerGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsSun, 04 Oct 2026 - 276 - EP276: Boerenprotesten
"Boerenprotesten" (Environment & Climate Debate - Part 2) — in today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore environment & climate debate. You'll hear words like de vrije sector, het symbool, de natuur. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO.
This lesson teaches you nominalization and formal register in context, plus you'll learn about stikstofcrisis, nitrogen policy, and the farmer protests — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
de vrije sector — free-market rental sectorhet symbool — symbolde natuur — naturede openbare orde — public orderde rechter — judgede overheid — governmentListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at an online Dutch courseSat, 03 Oct 2026 - 275 - EP275: Multatuli
In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Multatuli", Lisa and Maarten discuss dutch literature & poetry. You'll pick up words like haar, de schrijver, de literatuur. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: NT2 diploma.
Today's grammar point is complex conditional (aanvoegende wijs). Along the way, discover annie mg schmidt, multatuli, and modern dutch writers — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the days in Dutch
haar — herde schrijver — writerde literatuur — literaturede invloed — influencehet boek — bookde Gouden Eeuw — the Golden AgePerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesFri, 02 Oct 2026 - 274 - EP274: Meningsartikelen lezen
"Meningsartikelen lezen" means "Current Events & News - Part 2" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about current events & news. Practice hearing het stuk, worden, het verstand in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam.
Today's grammar point is advanced passive constructions. Along the way, discover nos journaal, opinion pieces, and discussing current affairs — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language grammar
het stuk — pieceworden — to becomehet verstand — wit, wisenessde auteur — authorde mening — opinionhet bloed — bloodWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorThu, 01 Oct 2026 - 273 - EP273: De fietspaden
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De fietspaden" — this B2 lesson covers cycling infrastructure. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you advanced pronunciation and intonation patterns along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden.
Today's grammar point is advanced pronunciation and intonation patterns. Along the way, discover fietspaden, ov-fiets, and why the netherlands is a cycling paradise — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch words
de fiets — bicyclehet systeem — systemde verdieping — floorUtrecht — Utrechtde student — studenthet gemak — easeGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at basisexamen inburgering buitenlandWed, 30 Sep 2026 - 272 - EP272: Amsterdam te vol?
Today's episode is called "Amsterdam te vol?" and it's all about tourism & overtourism. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de schouder, Amsterdam, de foto. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen.
Grammar: cultural references in language
Culture: amsterdam's tourist problem and sustainable travel in nl
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: de Nederlandse grammatica
de schouder — shoulderAmsterdam — Amsterdamde foto — photoAnne Frank — Anne Frankde straat — streetde rust — peace/calmListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comTue, 29 Sep 2026 - 271 - EP271: Vrijwilligerswerk
Volunteering & Activism - Part 1 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about volunteering & activism. Key words: het vrijwilligerswerk, de vrijwilliger, het belang. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering.
Grammar: nuanced opinion expression
Culture: vrijwilligerswerk, rode kruis, and community engagement
Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: simple words in Dutch
het vrijwilligerswerk — voluntary workde vrijwilliger — volunteerhet belang — interestde bijdrage — contributionleveren — to deliverde methode — methodPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesMon, 28 Sep 2026 - 270 - EP270: GDPR en privacy
"GDPR en privacy" (Digital Privacy & Rights - Part 1) — in today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore digital privacy & rights. You'll hear words like de praktijk, de boete, de privacy. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.
Grammar: formal debate and argumentation structures
Culture: gdpr, amsterdam privacy, and dutch data protection
Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: pronunciation in Dutch
de praktijk — practicede boete — finede privacy — privacyhet leer — leatherhet feit — factde last — burdenWhether 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 het inburgeringsexamenSun, 27 Sep 2026 - 269 - EP269: Pensioen plannen
In this B2 Dutch lesson called "Pensioen plannen", Lisa and Maarten discuss retirement & aging. You'll pick up words like de premie, de brief, het systeem. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: the best inburgering apps.
This lesson teaches you implicit meaning and implication in context, plus you'll learn about pensioen, aow, and the aging population debate — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: hello in Dutch
de premie — premiumde brief — letterhet systeem — systemde basis — basede overheid — governmentde leeftijd — ageGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsSat, 26 Sep 2026 - 268 - EP268: Fries spreken
"Fries spreken" means "Regional Dialects & Languages - Part 1" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about regional dialects & languages. Practice hearing de uitspraak, de taal, de streek in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2.
This lesson teaches you advanced preposition usage in context, plus you'll learn about fries, brabants, and the many flavors of dutch — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the Dutch calendar words
de uitspraak — pronunciationde taal — languagede streek — regionde meester — masterhet karakter — characterde klant — clientListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comFri, 25 Sep 2026 - 267 - EP267: De uitkering
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De uitkering" — this B2 lesson covers social security system. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you metaphorical language along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering.
This lesson teaches you metaphorical language in context, plus you'll learn about uitkering, belasting, and the dutch welfare state — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
de belasting — taxde brug — bridgehet systeem — systemde sollicitatieplicht — job-search obligationde deken — blanketde bijstand — income supportPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at learn Dutch freeThu, 24 Sep 2026 - 266 - EP266: De grachtenpanden
Today's episode is called "De grachtenpanden" and it's all about dutch architecture & design. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de trap, de hals, de Gouden Eeuw. More on inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen.
Today's grammar point is regional and register variation. Along the way, discover canal houses, berlage, and modern dutch architecture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: simple words in Dutch
de trap — stairsde hals — neckde Gouden Eeuw — the Golden Agede stijl — stylede verdieping — floorhet experiment — experimentWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorWed, 23 Sep 2026 - 265 - EP265: TU Delft onderzoek
Science & Innovation - Part 1 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B2 lesson about science & innovation. Key words: het ding, zelf, het water. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: NT2 examen aanmelden.
Today's grammar point is advanced verb constructions (schijnen te, blijken te). Along the way, discover tu delft, water management, and dutch scientific achievements — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch grammar
het ding — thingzelf — selfhet water — waterhet idee — ideade oplossing — solutionde Industriële Revolutie — the Industrial RevolutionGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsTue, 22 Sep 2026 - 264 - EP264: Gastarbeiders vroeger
"Gastarbeiders vroeger" (Immigration Debate - Part 1) — in today's B2 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore immigration debate. You'll hear words like de maatschappij, de arbeid, de gastarbeiders. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam.
Today's grammar point is cohesion and text structure. Along the way, discover guest workers, expats, and the evolving dutch multicultural society — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: basic Dutch words
de maatschappij — societyde arbeid — laborde gastarbeiders — migrant workersde discussie — discussionde generatie — generationde economie — economyListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgering examen oefenenMon, 21 Sep 2026 - 263 - EP263: De vierdaagse werkweek
In this B2 Dutch lesson called "De vierdaagse werkweek", Lisa and Maarten discuss work-life balance. You'll pick up words like het bruto salaris, de droom, de vrije sector. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen.
Grammar: academic and professional dutch
Culture: deeltijd werk, vierdaagse werkweek, and dutch quality of life
Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch pronunciation
het bruto salaris — gross salaryde droom — dreamde vrije sector — free-market rental sectorde week — weekhet bedrijf — companyaanbieden — to offerPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesSun, 20 Sep 2026 - 262 - EP262: Het Concertgebouw
"Het Concertgebouw" means "Music & Performing Arts - Part 1" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B2 inburgering prep lesson about music & performing arts. Practice hearing de muziek, de zaal, spelen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland.
Grammar: idiomatic expressions and proverbs
Culture: concertgebouw, dutch djs, and the netherlands' music scene
Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
de muziek — musicde zaal — hallspelen — to playde radio — radiohet instrument — instrumentde gast — guestWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorSat, 19 Sep 2026 - 261 - EP261: De landbouwexport
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De landbouwexport" — this B2 lesson covers food industry & agriculture. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering.
Grammar: pragmatic language use (hedging, politeness)
Culture: dutch agriculture exports, lab-grown meat, and food innovation
Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: days of the week in Dutch
het vlees — meatde vrije sector — free-market rental sectorde meter — meterde oplossing — solutionde boer — farmerde beweging — movementGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch exam practiceFri, 18 Sep 2026 - 260 - EP260: Lelystad Airport
Today's episode is called "Lelystad Airport" and it's all about transportation debate. Lisa and Maarten practice B2 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: het project, Schiphol, het papier. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.
This lesson teaches you rhetorical structures in dutch in context, plus you'll learn about lelystad airport, lightrail, and infrastructure politics — a topic that comes up on the KNM exam.
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: de Nederlandse grammatica
het project — projectSchiphol — Schipholhet papier — paperdoorgaan — to continuehet plan — plande mening — opinionListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comThu, 17 Sep 2026 - 259 - EP259: Wat is Nederlands?
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.
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 — valuesde normen — normsWillem van Oranje — William of Orangede taal — languagede maatschappij — societyvoelen — to feelPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesWed, 16 Sep 2026 - 258 - EP258: Het onderwijsdebat
"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.
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 — childhet voortgezet onderwijs — secondary educationde ontwikkeling — developmenthet probleem — problemde plaats — placede klas — classWhether 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 B2Tue, 15 Sep 2026 - 257 - EP257: Sociale huur
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.
Today's grammar point is stylistic variation (formal vs informal). Along the way, discover social housing, gentrification, and the amsterdam housing crisis — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch vocabulary
de sociale huur — social rentverdienen — to earnde vrije sector — free-market rental sectorverhuizen — to move housede woningcorporatie — housing corporationde gemeenteraad — municipal councilGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsMon, 14 Sep 2026 - 256 - EP256: Startup Amsterdam
"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.
Today's grammar point is collocations and fixed expressions. Along the way, discover startup amsterdam, venture capital, and dutch business culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: pronunciation in Dutch
de markt — markethet bedrijf — companyhet product — productde droom — dreamde wereld — worldhet idee — ideaListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comSun, 13 Sep 2026 - 255 - EP255: GGZ en hulp zoeken
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.
Today's grammar point is advanced word order (midfield scrambling). Along the way, discover ggz, mindfulness, and dutch attitudes toward mental health — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: hello in Dutch
de spoedeisende hulp — emergency roomde wachtlijst — waiting listde huisarts — doctorjezelf — yourselfhet hoofd — headde zorg — carePerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch language level testSat, 12 Sep 2026 - 254 - EP254: Brussel en Den Haag
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.
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 — cooperationhet beleid — policyde rechterlijke macht — judicial powerDen Haag — The Haguede invloed — influencede Europese Unie — European UnionWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorFri, 11 Sep 2026 - 253 - EP253: De stikstofcrisis
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.
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 — measurede natuur — naturede rechter — judgede uitspraak — pronunciationde overheid — governmenthet beleid — policyGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsThu, 10 Sep 2026 - 252 - EP252: Annie MG Schmidt
"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.
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 — literaturehaar — herde schrijver — writerlezen — to readde tand — toothhet boek — bookListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Nederlands online oefenenWed, 09 Sep 2026 - 251 - EP251: Het NOS Journaal
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.
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 — writerde mening — opinionde pers — pressde mond — mouthde minister — ministerde bron — sourcePerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B2 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesTue, 08 Sep 2026 - 250 - EP250: Parkeren in de stad
"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.
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 licencede fiets — bicyclede boete — finede conclusie — conclusionde stad — cityrijden — to driveWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorMon, 07 Sep 2026 - 249 - EP249: Sinterklaas met kinderen
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.
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 — secretde schoen — shoede spanning — tension, stresshet gedicht — poemhet bezoek — visitSinterklaas — SinterklaasGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgeringsplichtSun, 06 Sep 2026 - 248 - EP248: Zomercarnaval
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.
Today's grammar point is future perfect tense. Along the way, discover lowlands, king's day, and the dutch festival calendar — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
Koningsdag — King's Dayhet bier — beerhet terrein — terrainde leraar — teacherhet dorp — villagede stem — voiceListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comSat, 05 Sep 2026 - 247 - EP247: De Veluwe
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.
Today's grammar point is causative constructions (laten/doen). Along the way, discover amsterdam vs rotterdam, polders, and the delta works — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the days in Dutch
de Veluwe — the Veluwede Deltawerken — the Delta Workshet water — waterhet landschap — landscapede geschiedenis — historyAmsterdam — AmsterdamPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesFri, 04 Sep 2026 - 246 - EP246: Doei!
"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.
Today's grammar point is relative clauses with prepositions. Along the way, discover expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language grammar
de taal — languagede uitdrukking — expressionde vriendin — girlfriendde handeling — actde activiteit — activitytoen — 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!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at het inburgeringsexamenThu, 03 Sep 2026 - 245 - EP245: Netflix en chillen
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.
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 — programde twijfel — doubtHolland — Hollandde nacht — nighthet abonnement — subscriptionhet aantal — number ofGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsWed, 02 Sep 2026 - 244 - EP244: Hardlopen in het park
"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.
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 Dayde fles — bottlehet volk — peoplede indruk — impressionde liefde — loveWillem van Oranje — William of OrangeListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comTue, 01 Sep 2026 - 243 - EP243: Digitale innovatie
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.
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 — companyde telefoon — phonede Industriële Revolutie — the Industrial Revolutionde productie — productionde privacy — privacyde verantwoordelijkheid — responsibilityPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at learn Dutch freeMon, 31 Aug 2026 - 242 - EP242: Weer en klimaat - deel 5
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.
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 dikeshet water — waterde polders — poldersde Deltawerken — the Delta Worksstijgen — risede zorg — careWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorSun, 30 Aug 2026 - 241 - EP241: Een relatie
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.
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 — initiativeafspreken — to make an appointmentde collega — colleaguehet water — waternemen — to takede koffie — coffeeGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsSat, 29 Aug 2026 - 240 - EP240: Vluchtelingen
"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.
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 — languagede vrouw — womande maatschappij — societyde permanente verblijfsvergunning — permanent residence permitleven — to liveleren — to learnListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at B1 examen oefenenFri, 28 Aug 2026 - 239 - EP239: De Letteren
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.
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 — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
het museum — museumde stijl — stylede verklaring — statementde kunstenaar — artistde emotie — emotionde achtergrond — backgroundPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesThu, 27 Aug 2026 - 238 - EP238: Pannenkoeken
"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.
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 — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch words
de gewoonte — habitde tafel — tableeten — to eatde maaltijd — mealhet bier — beerde wijn — wineWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorWed, 26 Aug 2026 - 237 - EP237: Een app maken
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.
Today's grammar point is separable verbs in all tenses. Along the way, discover whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch grammar
de stap — stepde familie — familyde categorie — categorybinnenkomen — to enterde privacy — privacyde techniek — techniqueGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at a practice exam for inburgeringTue, 25 Aug 2026 - 236 - EP236: De Bevrijding
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.
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 — joyde vrijheid — freedomde periode — periodde rest — resthet verdriet — sadnessBevrijdingsdag — Liberation DayListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comMon, 24 Aug 2026 - 235 - EP235: Groen leven
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.
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 wastehet landschap — landscapede duurzame energie — sustainable energyde stroom — flowde wind — windde hand — handPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesSun, 23 Aug 2026 - 234 - EP234: De burgemeester
"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.
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 — governmentde coalitie — coalitionde meerderheid — majorityde oppositie — oppositionde burgemeester — mayorde kamer — roomWhether 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 NT2 diplomaSat, 22 Aug 2026 - 233 - EP233: Fysiotherapie
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.
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 insurancehet eigen risico — own risk (deductible)de zorg — carede verwijsbrief — referral letterde behandeling — therapyde basisverzekering — basic insuranceGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsFri, 21 Aug 2026 - 232 - EP232: Verhuizen
"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.
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 — herde makelaar — realtorde hypotheek — mortgagede crisis — crisishet huis — housede prijs — priceListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comThu, 20 Aug 2026 - 231 - EP231: Deeltijd werken
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.
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 — consultationde vergadering — meetingde baas — bosshet bezwaar — objectioniedereen — everyonede klas — classPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch language level testWed, 19 Aug 2026 - 230 - EP230: Dank jullie wel!
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.
Today's grammar point is all grammar reviewed. Along the way, discover what makes the netherlands unique — essential knowledge 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorTue, 18 Aug 2026 - 229 - EP229: De natuur
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.
Today's grammar point is reported speech. Along the way, discover delta works and dutch water management — essential knowledge 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!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsMon, 17 Aug 2026 - 228 - EP228: Democratie
"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.
Today's grammar point is indefinite pronouns. Along the way, discover poldermodel, tolerance and dutch democracy — essential knowledge 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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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch lessons onlineSun, 16 Aug 2026 - 227 - EP227: Het pensioen
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.
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.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesSat, 15 Aug 2026 - 226 - EP226: Emoties
"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.
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!
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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorFri, 14 Aug 2026 - 225 - EP225: De pers
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.
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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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgerenThu, 13 Aug 2026 - 224 - EP224: Rijles nemen
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.
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 — theoryde fiets — bicyclede vriend — friendde greep — gripkosten — to costhet rijbewijs — driver's licenceListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comWed, 12 Aug 2026 - 223 - EP223: Naar de speeltuin
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.
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 centrede gastouder — host parentde opvoeding — educationde verloskundige — midwifede kinderopvangtoeslag — childcare allowancede kinderbijslag — child benefitPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesTue, 11 Aug 2026 - 222 - EP222: Nooit meer slapen
"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.
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 — permithet terrein — terrainde muziek — musichet bier — beerde vrijwilliger — volunteerde operatie — operationWhether 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 het inburgeringsexamenMon, 10 Aug 2026 - 221 - EP221: Friesland
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.
Today's grammar point is causative constructions (laten/doen). Along the way, discover amsterdam vs rotterdam, polders, and the delta works — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch pronunciation
het water — waterde Deltawerken — the Delta WorksRotterdam — Rotterdamhet landschap — landscapede regering — governmentAmsterdam — AmsterdamGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsSun, 09 Aug 2026 - 220 - EP220: Houd je bek
"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.
Today's grammar point is relative clauses with prepositions. Along the way, discover expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
het moment — momentde titel — titlede activiteit — activityde dood — deathde vriendin — girlfriendde kust — coastListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comSat, 08 Aug 2026 - 219 - EP219: Podcasts luisteren
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.
Today's grammar point is infinitive constructions (te + infinitive). Along the way, discover dwdd, the voice, and dutch tv culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the days in Dutch
het programma — programhet abonnement — subscriptionluisteren — to listenhet ding — thingde schrijver — writerHolland — HollandPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at learn Dutch freeFri, 07 Aug 2026 - 218 - EP218: De sportschool
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.
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 — subscriptionde sfeer — ambianceKoningsdag — King's Dayde moed — couragede zaal — hallde trap — stairsWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorThu, 06 Aug 2026 - 217 - EP217: TU Delft
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.
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 — markethet bedrijf — companydromen — to dreamde Industriële Revolutie — the Industrial Revolutionde uitdrukking — expressionde kant — sideGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsWed, 05 Aug 2026 - 216 - EP216: Weer en klimaat - deel 4
"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.
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 energyde duinen en dijken — dunes and dikeshet water — waterde aarde — earth, soilde Veluwe — the Veluwede betekenis — meaningListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at oefenen met examensTue, 04 Aug 2026 - 215 - EP215: Verjaardagen
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.
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 — traditionde dochter — daughtersamenwerken — to cooperatede collega — colleaguede opvoeding — educationde herinnering — reminderPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesMon, 03 Aug 2026 - 214 - EP214: De IMD
"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.
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 — societymeedoen — to participatehet doel — targetde taal — languagede permanente verblijfsvergunning — permanent residence permitvoelen — to feelWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorSun, 02 Aug 2026 - 213 - EP213: Straatkunst
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.
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 — museumde stijl — styleallebei — bothde emotie — emotionhet volk — peoplede stoel — chairGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgering exam practiceSat, 01 Aug 2026 - 212 - EP212: De toko
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.
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 — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the Dutch calendar words
de maaltijd — mealde gewoonte — habitde keuken — kitchende generatie — generationde moed — couragede poging — attemptListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comFri, 31 Jul 2026 - 211 - EP211: Influencers
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.
Today's grammar point is separable verbs in all tenses. Along the way, discover whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
vallen — fallde groep — groupsamenwerken — to cooperatede kennis — the acquaintancede meester — masterde mond — mouthPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesThu, 30 Jul 2026 - 210 - EP210: De Delta Works
"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.
Today's grammar point is conjuncties (hoewel, tenzij, mits). Along the way, discover voc, golden age, and how the netherlands was built on water — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language vocabulary
het water — waterde Deltawerken — the Delta Worksde Watersnoodramp — the North Sea flood of 1953 (Watersnoodramp)de noodzaak — needde Gouden Eeuw — the Golden Agede duinen en dijken — dunes and dikesWhether 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 NT2Wed, 29 Jul 2026 - 209 - EP209: De energiebelasting
In this B1 Dutch lesson called "De energiebelasting", Lisa and Maarten discuss sustainability in nl. You'll pick up words like de stroom, het geluid, Flevoland. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen online.
Grammar: relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar)
Culture: windmills, zonnepanelen, and the dutch energy transition
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch grammar
de stroom — flowhet geluid — soundFlevoland — Flevolandde duurzame energie — sustainable energyveranderen — to changede productie — productionGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsTue, 28 Jul 2026 - 208 - EP208: Gedoogsteun
"Gedoogsteun" means "Dutch Politics Basics - Part 4" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about dutch politics basics. Practice hearing het kabinet, de coalitie, de kamer in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen examen A2.
Grammar: passive voice (worden/zijn)
Culture: tweede kamer, coalition governments, and why everything is 'gedoogsteun'
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch words
het kabinet — cabinetde coalitie — coalitionde kamer — roomde oppositie — oppositionde meerderheid — majorityde overeenkomst — agreementListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comMon, 27 Jul 2026 - 207 - EP207: De tandarts
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De tandarts" — 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: a practice exam for inburgering.
Grammar: reported speech (indirecte rede)
Culture: verzekering, eigen risico, and navigating dutch healthcare
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch pronunciation
de tandarts — dentistde tandartsverzekering — dental insurancede basisverzekering — basic insurancede aanvullende verzekering — additional insurancede afspraak — appointmentde rekening — billPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch language level testSun, 26 Jul 2026 - 206 - EP206: Een hypotheek
Today's episode is called "Een hypotheek" 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, kosten, de hypotheek. More on inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen.
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.
Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
de makelaar — realtorkosten — to costde hypotheek — mortgagede rente — interesthet huis — housede periode — periodWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorSat, 25 Jul 2026 - 205 - EP205: De open deur
Dutch Work Culture - Part 4 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about dutch work culture. Key words: de baas, de beslissing, daarna. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO staatsexamen.
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.
Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: days of the week in Dutch
de baas — bossde beslissing — decisiondaarna — after thatde oplossing — solutioniedereen — everyonejullie — youGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsFri, 24 Jul 2026 - 204 - EP204: Wat Nederland bijzonder maakt
"Wat Nederland bijzonder maakt" (What makes the Netherlands special) — in today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore future plans & dreams. You'll hear words like uniek, bijzonder, apart. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: the DUO exam.
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.
Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: de Nederlandse grammatica
uniek — bijzonder — apart — anders — speciaal — ongekend —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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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgeringsexamen onlineThu, 23 Jul 2026 - 203 - EP203: Watermanagement
In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Watermanagement", Lisa and Maarten discuss environment & sustainability. You'll pick up words like watermanagement, de Deltawerken, indrukwekkend. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen oefenen.
Today's grammar point is reported speech. Along the way, discover delta works and dutch water management — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch words
watermanagement — de Deltawerken — indrukwekkend — grootschalig — innovatief — ingenieus —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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🌐 Study more at the study guidesWed, 22 Jul 2026 - 202 - EP202: Het protest
"Het protest" means "The protest" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about politics & society. Practice hearing de demonstratie, protesteren, eisen in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen buitenland.
Today's grammar point is indefinite pronouns. Along the way, discover poldermodel, tolerance and dutch democracy — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language grammar
de demonstratie — protesteren — eisen — rechtvaardig — onrechtvaardig — solidariteit —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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorTue, 21 Jul 2026 - 201 - EP201: Investeren
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Investeren" — 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: DUO inburgering.
Today's grammar point is conditional perfect. Along the way, discover dutch frugality and financial culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: simple words in Dutch
investeren — de beurs — het aandeel — het rendement — riskant — veilig —Great for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgering B1Mon, 20 Jul 2026 - 200 - EP200: Vriendschap
Today's episode is called "Vriendschap" and it's all about relationships & dating. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de vriendschap, loyaal, steunen. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.
Grammar: nested subclauses and conditional constructions
Culture: dutch dating culture and equality
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: pronunciation in Dutch
de vriendschap — loyaal — steunen — luisteren — begrijpen — vergeven —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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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comSun, 19 Jul 2026 - 199 - EP199: Fake news?
Fake news? — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about news & media. Key words: waarheid, leugen, controleren. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: the best inburgering apps.
Grammar: worden + voltooid deelwoord for passive voice
Culture: dutch media landscape
Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: hello in Dutch
waarheid — leugen — controleren — de bron — betrouwbaar — twijfelen —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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🌐 More practice at the study guidesSat, 18 Jul 2026 - 198 - EP198: Fietsen is sneller
"Fietsen is sneller" (Cars & Driving - Part 3) — in today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore cars & driving. You'll hear words like de fiets, het ongeluk, de stad. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: A2 examen oefenen.
Grammar: discourse markers and cohesion
Culture: anwb, speed cameras, and why cycling is faster in cities
Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: months in Dutch
de fiets — bicyclehet ongeluk — accidentde stad — cityhet rijbewijs — driver's licencede beweging — movementde boete — fineWhether 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 het inburgeringsexamenFri, 17 Jul 2026 - 197 - EP197: Het gebruikroeren
In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Het gebruikroeren", Lisa and Maarten discuss parenting & family life. You'll pick up words like de opvoeding, de kinderbijslag, de kinderopvang. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering.
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.
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch grammar
de opvoeding — educationde kinderbijslag — child benefitde kinderopvang — childcarehet kind — childde baby — babyhet gezin — family / householdGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsThu, 16 Jul 2026 - 196 - EP196: Het festival seizoen
"Het festival seizoen" means "Festivals & Events - Part 3" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about festivals & events. Practice hearing het terrein, Koningsdag, de zomer in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenexamens DUO.
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.
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: simple words in Dutch
het terrein — terrainKoningsdag — King's Dayde zomer — summerhet eind — endde sfeer — ambiancede stad — cityListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comWed, 15 Jul 2026 - 195 - EP195: De Delta Works bezoeken
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "De Delta Works bezoeken" — this B1 lesson covers geography & cities. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you causative constructions (laten/doen) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: het staatsexamen rooster.
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.
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
het landschap — landscapehet water — waterde Deltawerken — the Delta Worksde Watersnoodramp — the North Sea flood of 1953 (Watersnoodramp)de polders — poldersde duinen en dijken — dunes and dikesPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at learn Dutch freeTue, 14 Jul 2026 - 194 - EP194: Doe maar normaal
Today's episode is called "Doe maar normaal" and it's all about dutch language deep dive. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de activiteit, de uitdrukking, de taal. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering exam A2.
Today's grammar point is relative clauses with prepositions. Along the way, discover expressions, gezellig, and untranslatable dutch words — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: basic Dutch words
de activiteit — activityde uitdrukking — expressionde taal — languagede moeite — effortde wind — windhet gevoel — feelingWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorMon, 13 Jul 2026 - 193 - EP193: De krant lezen
Media & Entertainment - Part 3 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about media & entertainment. Key words: het programma, lezen, de machine. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: oefenen voor het KNM examen.
Today's grammar point is infinitive constructions (te + infinitive). Along the way, discover dwdd, the voice, and dutch tv culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch pronunciation
het programma — programlezen — to readde machine — machinede wereld — worldhet beeld — image (also: statue)de plaats — placeGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsSun, 12 Jul 2026 - 192 - EP192: Koninginnedag sport
"Koninginnedag sport" (Sports & Recreation - Part 3) — in today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore sports & recreation. You'll hear words like de trap, Koningsdag, het dorp. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen A2.
Today's grammar point is complex sentence combining. Along the way, discover voetbal, schaatsen, and why the dutch love king's day sports — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: luisteren examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: everyday Dutch phrases
de trap — stairsKoningsdag — King's Dayhet dorp — villageWillem van Oranje — William of Orangewinnen — to winde positie — positionListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at oefenen voor het inburgeringsexamenSat, 11 Jul 2026 - 191 - EP191: Smart industry
In this B1 Dutch lesson called "Smart industry", Lisa and Maarten discuss technology & innovation. You'll pick up words like het bedrijf, het eigen risico, de maat. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering.
Grammar: expressing opinions and arguments
Culture: asml, tomtom, and dutch tech startups
Same skill, exam format: schrijven examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the days in Dutch
het bedrijf — companyhet eigen risico — own risk (deductible)de maat — measurede mens — humanmoeten — should/musthet verhaal — storyPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Study more at the study guidesFri, 10 Jul 2026 - 190 - EP190: De zomer van '23
"De zomer van '23" means "Weather & Climate - Part 3" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about weather & climate. Practice hearing de waterschappen, de zomer, het water in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: inburgeringsexamen oefenen.
Grammar: subjunctive introduction
Culture: why the dutch always talk about weather and 'water management'
Practise this exam skill: lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch language grammar
de waterschappen — regional water authoritiesde zomer — summerhet water — waterde duinen en dijken — dunes and dikesde steen — stonehet moment — momentWhether 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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🌐 More practice at the exam simulatorThu, 09 Jul 2026 - 189 - EP189: Koninginnedag vieren
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Koninginnedag vieren" — this B1 lesson covers relationships & social life. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you voltooid tegenwoordige tijd vs voltooid verleden tijd along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: learn Dutch online.
Grammar: voltooid tegenwoordige tijd vs voltooid verleden tijd
Culture: vriendschap, borrels, and the dutch approach to friendship
Train dit examenonderdeel: examen spreken A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: basic Dutch words
de foto — photode groep — groupvroeger — back in the daysde kring — circleWillem van Oranje — William of Orangede stad — cityGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at inburgering practice examsWed, 08 Jul 2026 - 188 - EP188: Een nieuw leven
Today's episode is called "Een nieuw leven" and it's all about immigration & integration. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de maatschappij, het sociaal netwerk, de studie. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen oefenen A2.
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.
Same skill, exam format: luisteren oefenen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: de Nederlandse grammatica
de maatschappij — societyhet sociaal netwerk — social networkde studie — studyhet programma — programleven — to livestuderen — to studyListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
Everything on this topic is in inburgeringprep.com. Next step: the Dutch citizenship test.
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🌐 Study more at inburgeringprep.comTue, 07 Jul 2026 - 187 - EP187: Nederlandse design
Dutch Art & Culture - Part 3 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about dutch art & culture. Key words: strak, de tegenstelling, juist. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: a practice exam for inburgering.
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.
Practise this exam skill: schrijven A2 oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch vocabulary
strak — tightde tegenstelling — contraryjuist — rightde twijfel — doubtde emotie — emotionhet verhaal — storyPerfect 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: mijn inburgering uitslag.
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🌐 More practice at the study guidesMon, 06 Jul 2026 - 186 - EP186: Om zes uur eten
"Om zes uur eten" (Cooking & Dutch Food Culture - Part 3) — in today's B1 inburgering prep lesson, Lisa and Maarten explore cooking & dutch food culture. You'll hear words like de maaltijd, de gewoonte, eten. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: een gratis oefenexamen.
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.
Train dit examenonderdeel: lezen examen B1.Vocabulary from this episode — more: pronunciation in Dutch
de maaltijd — mealde gewoonte — habiteten — to eattrouwens — besides, by the wayhet volk — peoplede minuut — minuteWhether 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 B2Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 185 - EP185: De digitale overheid
In this B1 Dutch lesson called "De digitale overheid", Lisa and Maarten discuss social media & digital life. You'll pick up words like het wachtwoord, de overheid, de groep. Perfect for daily inburgering practice. More on inburgeringprep.com: NT2 diploma.
Today's grammar point is separable verbs in all tenses. Along the way, discover whatsapp groups, linkedin networking, and dutch online culture — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Same skill, exam format: spreken examen A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: hello in Dutch
het wachtwoord — passwordde overheid — governmentde groep — groupde stroom — flowhet sociaal netwerk — social networkde vacature — job vacancyGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 Study more at the KNM practice examsSat, 04 Jul 2026 - 184 - EP184: De watersnood
"De watersnood" means "Dutch History Highlights - Part 3" — join Lisa and Maarten for today's B1 inburgering prep lesson about dutch history highlights. Practice hearing het water, de duinen en dijken, de Watersnoodramp in real sentences. Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: register for the inburgering exam.
Today's grammar point is conjuncties (hoewel, tenzij, mits). Along the way, discover voc, golden age, and how the netherlands was built on water — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Practise this exam skill: luisteren oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: the Dutch calendar words
het water — waterde duinen en dijken — dunes and dikesde Watersnoodramp — the North Sea flood of 1953 (Watersnoodramp)de veiligheid — safetyde Deltawerken — the Delta Worksde geschiedenis — historyListen every day to build your Dutch and prepare for the inburgering exam. Inburgering Dagelijks — daily Dutch lessons for exam preparation.
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🌐 More practice at inburgeringprep.comFri, 03 Jul 2026 - 183 - EP183: Gescheiden afval
Prepare for your inburgering exam with "Gescheiden afval" — this B1 lesson covers sustainability in nl. Lisa and Maarten chat naturally, teaching you relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar) along the way. Everything for your exam at inburgeringprep.com: KNM examen aanmelden.
Today's grammar point is relative pronouns (wie, wat, waar). Along the way, discover windmills, zonnepanelen, and the dutch energy transition — essential knowledge for the inburgering exam.
Train dit examenonderdeel: oefenen examen schrijven A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch articles
de stroom — flowde overheid — governmentde duurzame energie — sustainable energyhet landschap — landscapede stap — stepde gang — corridorPerfect practice for inburgering exam listening comprehension at B1 level. Join Lisa and Maarten every day for bite-sized Dutch lessons.
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🌐 Free inburgering practice at Dutch language level testThu, 02 Jul 2026 - 182 - EP182: Stemmen
Today's episode is called "Stemmen" and it's all about dutch politics basics. Lisa and Maarten practice B1 Dutch through a natural conversation about real Dutch situations. Featured words: de coalitie, de oppositie, de regering. More on inburgeringprep.com: inburgering examen vragen.
Grammar: passive voice (worden/zijn)
Culture: tweede kamer, coalition governments, and why everything is 'gedoogsteun'
Same skill, exam format: B1 lezen oefenen.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch vocabulary
de coalitie — coalitionde oppositie — oppositionde regering — governmentde meerderheid — majorityde kamer — roomde verkiezingen — electionsWhether 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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🌐 Study more at the exam simulatorWed, 01 Jul 2026 - 181 - EP181: Eigen risico
Healthcare System - Part 3 — that's what Lisa and Maarten are talking about in this B1 lesson about healthcare system. Key words: de premie, het eigen risico, de huisarts. Great for inburgering prep! Alles voor je examen op inburgeringprep.com: DUO inburgering.
Grammar: reported speech (indirecte rede)
Culture: verzekering, eigen risico, and navigating dutch healthcare
Practise this exam skill: spreekvaardigheid A2.Vocabulary from this episode — more: Dutch grammar
de premie — premiumhet eigen risico — own risk (deductible)de huisarts — doctorde rekening — billhet bezoek — visitde aanvullende verzekering — additional insuranceGreat for inburgering exam prep, NT2 practice, or anyone who needs to reach A2 Dutch. New lessons every day!
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🌐 More practice at the KNM practice examsTue, 30 Jun 2026
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