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imported>CaptainCookie: /* Learning Dutch */ Improved negative-sounding sentences.

2020-03-25T14:58:52Z

Learning Dutch: Improved negative-sounding sentences.

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	TU/e offers free Dutch classes for all students and employees, see [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.		TU/e offers free Dutch classes for all students and employees, see [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.

	The English proficiency of Dutch people also means that learning Dutch becomes challenging, as locals ~~quickly~~ switch to English ~~when they realize~~ you ~~are an international~~. If you want to practice your skills, you need to ~~go out of your way and~~ insist on talking Dutch in ~~many~~ situations. The best ~~practices are~~, however, to ~~adapt~~ to local habits and ~~join~~ events which will help you make Dutch friends. In turn, they will be glad to share their traditions with you and learn their language~~. Sometimes, you will meet Dutch students who aren't so open but don't be discouraged. If you keep showing enthusiasm, the right people will come~~.		The English proficiency of Dutch people also means that learning Dutch becomes challenging, as locals are likely to switch to English to make communication easier for both of you. If you want to practice your skills, you often need to insist on talking Dutch in certain situations. The best practice is, however, to show enthusiasm by adapting to local habits and joining events which will help you make Dutch friends. In turn, they will be glad to share their traditions with you and help you learn their language.

	If you already speak German, that will help you learn Dutch as there are many similarities.		If you already speak German, that will help you learn Dutch as there are many similarities.

imported>CaptainCookie: /* Dutch Weather */

2020-03-24T11:53:09Z

Dutch Weather

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	The Netherlands has a moderate marine climate and, as such, enjoys fairly mild winters and not-too-hot summers, although both have been getting warmer in recent years. A secondary effect of the coastal climate is the fact that rain may fall throughout the year. There is no real rainy season and certainly no long dry periods. As a result, many Dutch residents feel that they live in a rainy country.		The Netherlands has a moderate marine climate and, as such, enjoys fairly mild winters and not-too-hot summers, although both have been getting warmer in recent years. A secondary effect of the coastal climate is the fact that rain may fall throughout the year. There is no real rainy season and certainly no long dry periods. As a result, many Dutch residents feel that they live in a rainy country.

	The weather is, above all, fairly unpredictable, May can sometimes feel like you are living an early summer and June might feel like it is autumn already. Two ~~websites/~~services that are very popular among Dutch people are [https://www.buienradar.nl/ Buienradar] and [http://www.buienalarm.nl/ Buienalarm]. Both have apps for various platforms as well. They are mostly focused on showing when it is going to rain.		The weather is, above all, fairly unpredictable. May can sometimes feel like you are living an early summer and June might feel like it is autumn already. Two forecast services that are very popular among Dutch people are [https://www.buienradar.nl/ Buienradar] and [http://www.buienalarm.nl/ Buienalarm]. Both have apps for various platforms as well. They are mostly focused on showing when it is going to rain.

imported>CaptainCookie: /* Dutch Language */ Added tips for 'Learning Dutch'

2020-03-24T11:47:04Z

Dutch Language: Added tips for 'Learning Dutch'

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	==Dutch Language==		==Dutch Language==
	Speaking Dutch is not at all necessary to get along with everyday life in ~~Eindhoven~~, most people speak ~~at least~~ a level ~~of English~~ that is enough to understand, for example, if you ask for directions or ~~for~~ help in a shop. Nonetheless, learning Dutch helps you make friends with locals and integrate in the ~~Netherlands~~. Dutch people like teaching their language to internationals~~, they~~ understand that knowing it is not a necessity and therefore they very much appreciate if you show interest in learning it. Additionally, many companies prefer employees who have at least a basic understanding of Dutch or are actively learning it.		Speaking Dutch is not at all necessary to get along with everyday life in the Netherlands, because most people speak English on a level that is enough to understand, for example, if you ask for directions or help in a shop. Nonetheless, learning Dutch helps you make friends with locals and integrate in the Dutch culture. Dutch people like teaching their language to internationals. They understand that knowing it is not a necessity and therefore they very much appreciate if you show interest in learning it. Additionally, many companies prefer employees who have at least a basic understanding of Dutch or are actively learning it.

	TU/e offers free Dutch classes for all students and ~~PhD's~~, see [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.		===Learning Dutch===
			TU/e offers free Dutch classes for all students and employees, see [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.

			The English proficiency of Dutch people also means that learning Dutch becomes challenging, as locals quickly switch to English when they realize you are an international. If you want to practice your skills, you need to go out of your way and insist on talking Dutch in many situations. The best practices are, however, to adapt to local habits and join events which will help you make Dutch friends. In turn, they will be glad to share their traditions with you and learn their language. Sometimes, you will meet Dutch students who aren't so open but don't be discouraged. If you keep showing enthusiasm, the right people will come.

			If you already speak German, that will help you learn Dutch as there are many similarities.

	==Cultural Differences==		==Cultural Differences==

imported>Annebelleo: /* Dutch Weather */

2020-03-03T13:00:35Z

Dutch Weather

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	The Netherlands has a moderate marine climate and, as such, enjoys fairly mild winters and not-too-hot summers, although both have been getting warmer in recent years. A secondary effect of the coastal climate is the fact that rain may fall throughout the year. There is no real rainy season and certainly no long dry periods. As a result, many Dutch residents feel that they live in a rainy country.		The Netherlands has a moderate marine climate and, as such, enjoys fairly mild winters and not-too-hot summers, although both have been getting warmer in recent years. A secondary effect of the coastal climate is the fact that rain may fall throughout the year. There is no real rainy season and certainly no long dry periods. As a result, many Dutch residents feel that they live in a rainy country.

	The weather is, above all, fairly unpredictable, May can sometimes feel like you are living an early summer and June might feel like it is autumn already. Two websites/services that are very popular among Dutch people are: https://www.buienradar.nl/ and http://www.buienalarm.nl/ Both have apps for various platforms as well. They are mostly focused on showing when it is going to rain.		The weather is, above all, fairly unpredictable, May can sometimes feel like you are living an early summer and June might feel like it is autumn already. Two websites/services that are very popular among Dutch people are [https://www.buienradar.nl/ Buienradar] and [http://www.buienalarm.nl/ Buienalarm]. Both have apps for various platforms as well. They are mostly focused on showing when it is going to rain.

imported>Annebelleo: corrected for grammar

2020-03-03T12:59:31Z

corrected for grammar

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	==Student Life==		==Student Life==
	Eindhoven has a rich student life~~, as~~ a student you will never have a dull moment outside of your studies. Check out [[Student Associations]] for information about activities organized by the various student associations of the TU/e.		Eindhoven has a rich student life. As a student, you will never have a dull moment outside of your studies. Check out [[Student Associations]] for information about activities organized by the various student associations of the TU/e.

	==Dutch Language==		==Dutch Language==

imported>CaptainCookie: /* Dutch Language Classes */ Added a paragraph about Dutch language

2019-06-05T10:54:33Z

Dutch Language Classes: Added a paragraph about Dutch language

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	Eindhoven has a rich student life, as a student you will never have a dull moment outside of your studies. Check out [[Student Associations]] for information about activities organized by the various student associations of the TU/e.		Eindhoven has a rich student life, as a student you will never have a dull moment outside of your studies. Check out [[Student Associations]] for information about activities organized by the various student associations of the TU/e.

	==Dutch Language ~~Classes~~==		==Dutch Language==
	~~Want~~ to ~~learn~~ Dutch~~? Click~~ [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.		Speaking Dutch is not at all necessary to get along with everyday life in Eindhoven, most people speak at least a level of English that is enough to understand, for example, if you ask for directions or for help in a shop. Nonetheless, learning Dutch helps you make friends with locals and integrate in the Netherlands. Dutch people like teaching their language to internationals, they understand that knowing it is not a necessity and therefore they very much appreciate if you show interest in learning it. Additionally, many companies prefer employees who have at least a basic understanding of Dutch or are actively learning it.

			TU/e offers free Dutch classes for all students and PhD's, see [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.

	==Cultural Differences==		==Cultural Differences==

imported>Thijsvg at 11:45, 16 August 2018

2018-08-16T11:45:54Z

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	For interesting facts about the Netherlands, check out this popular Dutch [https://stuffdutchpeoplelike.com/ blog].		For interesting facts about the Netherlands, check out this popular Dutch [https://stuffdutchpeoplelike.com/ blog].

	There are various holidays throughout the year when stores and the TU/e might have different opening hours. The word for holidays in Dutch is "feestdagen", a search for this word will return the dates of the various national holidays. Don't forget to check out the [https://educationguide.tue.nl/studying/planning/academic-year-agenda/ Academic Year ~~Calendar~~] on the website of the TU/e to check when it might be closed.		There are various holidays throughout the year when stores and the TU/e might have different opening hours. The word for holidays in Dutch is "feestdagen", a search for this word will return the dates of the various national holidays. Don't forget to check out the [https://educationguide.tue.nl/studying/planning/academic-year-agenda/ Academic Year Agenda] on the website of the TU/e to check when it might be closed.

	==Student Life==		==Student Life==

imported>Thijsvg at 11:45, 16 August 2018

2018-08-16T11:45:36Z

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	For interesting facts about the Netherlands, check out this popular Dutch [https://stuffdutchpeoplelike.com/ blog].		For interesting facts about the Netherlands, check out this popular Dutch [https://stuffdutchpeoplelike.com/ blog].

			There are various holidays throughout the year when stores and the TU/e might have different opening hours. The word for holidays in Dutch is "feestdagen", a search for this word will return the dates of the various national holidays. Don't forget to check out the [https://educationguide.tue.nl/studying/planning/academic-year-agenda/ Academic Year Calendar] on the website of the TU/e to check when it might be closed.

	==Student Life==		==Student Life==

imported>Thijsvg: /* Dutch Language Classes */

2018-08-16T11:42:04Z

Dutch Language Classes

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	==Dutch Language Classes==		==Dutch Language Classes==
	Want to learn ~~dutch~~? Click [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.		Want to learn Dutch? Click [[Dutch Classes]] for more information.

	==Cultural Differences==		==Cultural Differences==

imported>Thijsvg at 11:37, 16 August 2018

2018-08-16T11:37:42Z

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	==Cultural Differences==		==Cultural Differences==
	One of the most noticeable traits of the Dutch is their direct nature. This can be a bit of a shock for other cultures, especially if you are coming from Asia. To help adjust to this, it is best to keep in mind that directness does not always equal rudeness. It is also good to be direct with people to avoid any confusion.		One of the most noticeable traits of the Dutch is their direct nature. This can be a bit of a shock for other cultures, especially if you are coming from Asia. To help adjust to this, it is best to keep in mind that directness does not always equal rudeness. It is also good to be direct with people to avoid any confusion.

			==Dutch Weather==
			The Netherlands has a moderate marine climate and, as such, enjoys fairly mild winters and not-too-hot summers, although both have been getting warmer in recent years. A secondary effect of the coastal climate is the fact that rain may fall throughout the year. There is no real rainy season and certainly no long dry periods. As a result, many Dutch residents feel that they live in a rainy country.

			The weather is, above all, fairly unpredictable, May can sometimes feel like you are living an early summer and June might feel like it is autumn already. Two websites/services that are very popular among Dutch people are: https://www.buienradar.nl/ and http://www.buienalarm.nl/ Both have apps for various platforms as well. They are mostly focused on showing when it is going to rain.