Dutch Language and Culture

Corrie and Betsie ten Boom, Dutch sisters during World War II, helped save hundreds of Jews from Nazi persecution by hiding them in their family home in Haarlem, Netherlands. They established a secret room in their house as a refuge and worked with others in the Dutch underground to facilitate safe passage for Jews to escape. Their actions were driven by their Christian faith and a deep commitment to humanitarian principles, believing in the sanctity of life and the moral imperative to protect those in danger. Ultimately, they were arrested and sent to a concentration camp, where Betsie died, but Corrie's story of resilience and faith continues to inspire.

In the Dutch Republic, political power was primarily held by a coalition of wealthy merchant families and the regents, who were influential leaders in the provinces. The States-General, representing the various provinces, played a significant role in governance, while the stadtholder, often from the House of Orange, served as a military leader and a figurehead. However, the power dynamic often shifted between the stadtholder and the regents, particularly during periods of political conflict. Overall, the governance was characterized by a decentralized system where provincial autonomy was significant.

Henry Hudson

No, a Dane comes from Denmark, where as a Dutch person comes from the Netherlands. No connnection what so ever...

'computer' is exactly the same word in Dutch = 'computer'

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn [July 15, 1606-October 4, 1669] was a successful Dutch artist in 17th century Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. He was known for his etches, paintings, and prints. Subsequent generations have found particularly fascinating the artist's autobiographical record left in the way of self portraits in varied costumes and hats.

The Dutch pronounce it in two ways. Either the English/American way or sometimes as 'Sjonny/Sjonnie'. That pronounciation is best related to how the French pronounce the letter J. Think of saying Johnny but start with the letter S and emphasize that letter in stead of the J. Also leave the H out of it, so you pronounce it less pompous.

It can mean 2 things:

Bij = by

Bij = bee (as in the insect)

It originated from two words : French =Auto and the English word "mobile" hence the word "Automobiel' which is a formal way of saying 'Car"

het komt van twee woorden : 1. Frans voor Auto en Engels voor"mobile" daar kreig je het woord automobiel van, wat is eigenlijk een voorname uitdrukking van "Car"

The Dutch explored various regions around the world, including the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Some notable Dutch explorers include Willem Janszoon who explored parts of Australia, Abel Tasman who discovered Tasmania and New Zealand, and Henry Hudson who explored North America. The Dutch East India Company also established trade routes and colonies in regions such as the East Indies (Indonesia) and South Africa.

The Dutch phrase for "goodbye" is spelled as "tot ziens".

Flying Dutchman

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they found a cheaper route and build a bigger boat.

"ten", "ter", "te" mean "at", "at the", or "on/on the", referring to a location.

Prettige kerstdagen en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar!
Vrolijk Kerstfeest en Gelukkig Nieuwjaar

Prettige kerstdagen en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar!

Hello in English and Hallo in Dutch are similar enough to be understandable in both languages, and to and by speakers of each of the languages too!

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Cookies = koekjes

Dutch is a language in which 'Vrolijke kerstmis' is wished. It's a holiday greeting that particularly is exchanged among Dutch Catholics. It's a Dutch equivalent of 'Merry Christmas'.