Dutch Language and Culture

A Dutch passport number is called a "paspoortnummer" in Dutch.

cadeautje is official

and you have kadootje.

Yes, the A-B-C islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao) are part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. They are considered special municipalities within the Kingdom, although they have their own governments and some degree of autonomy.

Indonesia called Nederlands-Indië back then and Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.

Yes it is Dutch, but the type of Dutch spoken in the middle ages. It is a typical phrase often found on old Dutch clocks called 'Zaanse clocks'. It's like a phrase found on a coat of arms and it means something like: "And now give every man what he wants/needs". This being on a clock, right above the hands suggests: "always give every man what het wants/needs".

if you mean what the word liar is in dutch... That's leugenaar

The Dutch period refers to the time when the Netherlands had significant political and economic influence in various parts of the world, particularly during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century. This period was marked by Dutch colonial expansion, trade dominance, and cultural flourishing. The Dutch East India Company played a key role in establishing Dutch control over territories in Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Brazil was positioned economically well on the map. It has very good plantations to grow crops. And it is near Africa, so as to trade in slaves. This means cheap labor. That was the reason the Dutch and Portugese fought over Brazil.

In the course of history these two colonial superpowers have fought over many countries, including Indonesia as well.

In Dutch, "shu shu" doesn't have a specific meaning. It might be a mispronunciation or a misunderstood word. It's always best to provide more context to clarify the intended word or phrase.

The phrase "going Dutch" originated in the 17th century, referring to the Dutch reputation for frugality and fairness in financial matters. It implies sharing the expenses equally in a group setting, such as splitting the bill on a date or in a restaurant.

They don't mean to be rude, they just want to be honest and to the point with others.
It's in their culture, everybody want to know were they at and the dutch will tell you imediately what they think about you. Sometimes they are too honest but then you know the truth

The creation of vast Hudson Valley estates by the Dutch and English resulted in the displacement of Native American populations from their lands, as well as the importation of enslaved Africans to work on the estates. These estates contributed to the establishment of powerful landed elite families who controlled the region's economy and politics.

'child' is 'kind' and 'children' is 'kinderen'

The Dutch and the Spanish were fighting primarily due to religious differences and political tensions. The Dutch sought independence from Spanish rule, which was seen as oppressive and stifling. The conflict escalated into the Eighty Years' War in the late 16th century, with the Dutch ultimately gaining their independence.

'yes honey' is in Dutch 'ja schat'

Yes, Royal Dutch Shell has competitors in the oil and gas industry, such as ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP, and Total. These companies also operate globally and are engaged in various segments across the energy sector.

dr. is doctor and drs. is doctorandus

Dutch settlers established a settlement on Manhattan Island in 1624. This settlement later grew into the city of New Amsterdam, which eventually became New York City.

The British did not pay for Manhattan Island in 1664. It was acquired as part of a larger treaty known as the Treaty of Breda between the English and the Dutch, which resulted in the transfer of the Dutch colony of New Netherland to the English.

coffee. They quickly became the primary growers of this plant for the world, effectively lowering costs and making Arabia keep up.

Christina is just christina in Dutch. If you want to know how to say the letters.. you should learn the alfabet in dutch :p I can't typ how to say it because you might misunderstand it and say it wrong.

A 2 mark dutch coin is no longer in use as the mark was replaced by the euro in the Netherlands. As a collector's item, its value can vary depending on its condition and rarity. It's best to check with a coin specialist or collector for an accurate valuation.

Depends on what you mean with 'here'. But if you mean the US then with the plane.

One Dutch word beginning with the letter "o" is "onmiddellijk," which means "immediately" in English.

The Netherlands, also known as Holland, is the country where the Dutch live. It is located in Western Europe and is known for its flat landscape, tulip fields, windmills, and canal-laden cities like Amsterdam and Rotterdam.