Language
Dutch
Level
A2
Unit
Werkwoorden en tijden
Practice types
0

What this grammar point covers

The present tense ('tegenwoordige tijd') in Dutch is used to talk about actions happening now or regularly.

When to use it

Use the present tense in Dutch to talk about things happening right now, habits, routines, or facts.

Key forms

Examples

Ik lees een boek.

English: I am reading a book.

Jij woont in Amsterdam.

English: You live in Amsterdam.

Wij leren Nederlands.

English: We are learning Dutch.

Hij speelt voetbal.

English: He plays football.

Zij werken elke dag.

English: They work every day.

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Exceptions and edge cases

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