Master Dutch Pronunciation

Mastering Dutch Pronunciation

Dutch pronunciation can be challenging for beginners, but understanding key sounds will help improve fluency. The Dutch 'G' sound, as in 'goed' (good), is a throaty sound that doesn’t exist in English. Vowel combinations like 'oe' in 'moeder' (mother) sound like 'oo' in 'food.'

This word search puzzle will introduce you to common Dutch words that highlight important pronunciation rules. Practice these sounds and speak Dutch with confidence!

Did You Know?

• The Dutch 'G' is pronounced with a guttural sound, similar to the 'ch' in Scottish 'loch.'
• The 'ij' in Dutch is often pronounced like the English 'ay,' as in 'blij' (happy).
• 'Sch' at the beginning of Dutch words, like 'school' (school), is pronounced like 'sk' in English.
• Dutch pronunciation varies between regions, with accents differing between the Netherlands and Belgium.