Ik werk elke dag.
English: I work every day.
- Language
- Dutch
- Level
- B2
- Unit
- Voornaamwoorden en congruentie
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
Subject-verb agreement in Dutch means that the verb changes form depending on the subject of the sentence. This is important for correct grammar.
When to use it
You use subject-verb agreement in every Dutch sentence with a verb. The verb must match the subject in number (singular/plural) and person (I, you, he, etc.).
Key forms
- ik loop
- jij loopt
- hij/zij/het loopt
- wij/jullie/zij lopen
Examples
Jij leest een boek.
English: You read a book.
Hij speelt voetbal.
English: He plays soccer.
Wij eten samen.
English: We eat together.
Zij wonen in Amsterdam.
English: They live in Amsterdam.
Tips
- Always check who the subject is before choosing the verb form.
- Remember that 'jij' and 'je' often add a -t to the verb in present tense.
- For plural subjects, use the infinitive form (without -t).
Exceptions and edge cases
- When the subject is 'jij' or 'je' and comes after the verb, sometimes the -t is dropped: 'Werk jij morgen?'
- Some verbs are irregular and do not follow standard rules (e.g., 'zijn', 'hebben').