ABSTRACT

Developed with the beginner in mind, this Grammar uses abundant examples and extensive cross-referencing to present the language in an engaging and accessible manner. Features include:

  • core vocabulary for each unit
  • a Dutch-English glossary
  • three short stories
  • further reading and resources.

This is an ideal companion to a classroom-based course, helping to further explain and reinforce the grammar content of any chosen textbook. It is also an invaluable tool for independent learners.

chapter |5 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|9 pages

Pronunciation

chapter 2|8 pages

Spelling

chapter 3|5 pages

The plural

chapter 4|5 pages

Articles and demonstratives

chapter 5|8 pages

Personal pronouns and the verb

chapter 7|10 pages

Adjectives, adverbs and comparison

chapter 9|7 pages

Possessive adjectives and pronouns

chapter 11|7 pages

The past tense: “weak” verbs

chapter 12|7 pages

The past tense: “strong” verbs

chapter 14|10 pages

Modal auxiliaries, verbs plus infinitive

chapter 16|10 pages

Colloquial speech and writing

chapter 17|6 pages

Separable and inseparable prefixes

chapter 18|8 pages

Conjunctions and relative pronouns

chapter 19|12 pages

Prepositions

chapter 21|9 pages

The word er, prepositional compounds

chapter 22|6 pages

Diminutives

chapter 23|8 pages

The passive voice

chapter 24|10 pages

Idiomatic usages of some common verbs

chapter 25|6 pages

Word formation and derivation

chapter 26|9 pages

Three stories

chapter 27|7 pages

Further learning