Curious if Duolingo is the best way to learn Dutch?

This is Gabi, from Brazille!

She had been using Duolingo to study Dutch for a while, but she didn’t feel like she was making any real progress.

She tried learning Dutch on her own with apps and YouTube videos, but she kept forgetting everything. she felt stuck. Like no matter how hard she tried, she wasn’t getting anywhere.

Since joining the group class, everything changed.
In just a few weeks, she was having real conversations in Dutch.

Now, she feels proud of herself and even her Dutch friends are impressed!

Just 5 weeks into the Dutch Mastery Academy, she made this video and look how confidently she speaks Dutch now!

Yasmine, the founder of Learn Dutch with Yas, smiling at the camera while taking notes in a notepad

Need a little extra help with Dutch vocabulary? Get our Ultimate Dutch Vocabulary E-Book

Tired of long, boring vocabulary lists? Learn the 5,000 Dutch words you actually NEED to Speak Dutch — visualized, structured, and fun.

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📚 Learning Dutch? Then you need this sidekick.

It's like having a Dutchie in your pocket!

You're already doing your best. Following lessons, watching videos, doing self-study, or taking a course. But memorizing vocabulary? That's still a struggle. Everything feels random. You keep forgetting words. You don’t know how to review or what to focus on next.

You waste time Googling words. You translate instead of thinking in Dutch.
You feel like you're putting in effort… but not getting results.
And when you do try to speak, the right words just aren’t there.

This book makes learning vocabulary actually work:

  • Visuals help the words stick faster.
  • No English = no translating = faster fluency.
  • Easy to use alongside any course or app.
  • Just open it up, point to a topic, and learn.

Whether you’re self-studying or following a course, this is the daily tool you’ve been missing. Learning Dutch becomes easier, more fun, and finally… effective.

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Is This Book for Me?

Let’s find out. Do any of these sound familiar?

You’re learning Dutch on your own…

But you’re constantly second-guessing what to focus on. You waste time hopping between apps, random videos, and endless word lists. Without real progress. This book gives you structure: no more guesswork, just the essential words laid out for you.

You’re following a course…

But after class, the words slip right out of your brain. You feel embarrassed during conversations, like you’re always behind. Use this book as a powerful sidekick to your course. So words actually stick and speaking becomes easier.

You keep translating everything in your head…

Your brain freezes when it’s time to speak, and you miss the moment. This book teaches vocabulary visually and in context, so you start thinking in Dutch instead of translating.

You’ve tried memorizing long vocabulary lists…

You recognize the words on paper, but go completely blank in real life. This book uses visuals and practical sentences so you remember and use words naturally.

Yasmine from Learn Dutch with Yas reading a book while sitting in a sofa

How will this vocabulary ebook make your life easier?

  • Already taking a course? Use this to lock in the vocabulary.
  • Studying on your own? Just open to a page and start — no prep needed.
  • Only have 5 minutes a day? Perfect. One page = one bite-sized session.
  • Commuting or traveling? Bring it with you and flip through a theme.
  • Hate apps? This book is 100% tech-free (and overwhelm-free).

It’s flexible, friendly, and designed to make your life easier while learning Dutch.

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Everything you need to achieve your Dutch vocabulary goals.

What you'll learn in the A1-A2 Vocabulary Book

  • Introducing yourself
  • Talking about hobbies (+ names of hobbies)
  • Your family
  • Meeting someone new
  • The house (+ activities in the house)
  • On the street (how to ask for directions)
  • Going to the doctor (+ symptoms & emotions)
  • Let's go outside!
  • Daily life (conversations)
  • Holidays (Christmas / Easter / Sinterklaas)
  • The earth (countries/animals/days of the week)
  • Expressions
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And even more...

Did you know that we also have an Advanced Vocabulary Book? (Level B1-B2)

Already mastered the Ultimate Vocabulary Book?
Then you're ready for the next step: the Advanced Vocabulary Book (Level B1–B2).

Want to sound even more like a Dutchie? This book helps you speak with confidence in complex situations. From sharing opinions to handling travel issues. All with clear example sentences and practical vocabulary.

This is what you'll find within the book:

  • Klachten en problemen - Complaints and problems
  • Toekomst plannen en doelen - Future plans and goals
  • Complexe gevoelens en emoties - Complex feelings and emotions
  • Je mening geven - Giving your opinion
  • Het milieu en de problemen - environmental issues
  • Gezondheid - Health
  • Op het werk - workplace
  • Sociale problemen - Social problems
  • Technologie en innovatie - Technology and innovation
  • Reizen - Travel
  • Koken - Cooking
  • and much much more!
This book is for me!

Not sure which vocabulary book is right for your level?

In this quick video, I’ll guide you through each vocabulary book. So you can pick the one that actually fits your level and goals.

Yasmine, the founder of Learn Dutch with Yas, leaning against a door opening and holding a Dutch vocabulary book

Welcome, I'm Yas!

What’s better than a certified teacher? One who’s been in your shoes.

I had to learn French in school and I hated it. Years later, I moved to France and tried learning the language again as an adult. I was working full-time, feeling overwhelmed, and constantly embarrassed that I still couldn’t speak fluently.

I went through all the struggles you're going through now:

  • Trying Duolingo.
  • Stressing about grammar.
  • Memorizing rules that natives don’t even use.
  • And still not being able to hold a conversation.

After 11 years of studying French the “traditional” way, I still couldn’t confidently talk to native speakers. I felt frustrated, behind, and like something was wrong with me.

That's why I created the Dutch Mastery Academy, so you wouldn't have to go through what I did.

And guess what? It worked.
I’ve now helped hundreds of expats learn Dutch, and even got featured in the Gazet van Antwerpen for my work.

📰 Read the article here

So if you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like maybe learning Dutch just isn’t for you — I get it. I’ve been there. But I promise you: there’s a better way. 💚

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Got questions?

We've got the answers!

For who is this Vocabulary book?
It's the perfect book for those who want to learn new vocabulary easily and effectively without having to study long and boring vocabulary lists.

The book is full of visualizations, and I made sure to add many examples sentences, conversations, expressions, etc which you will need to improve your Dutch vocabulary!

It's like having that extra handy guide to help you find your inner Dutchie 💚
What format is the book?
The book is being delivered in PDF format. You can print it yourself if you want or use it on an iPad, phone, or computer.
Which Vocabulary book should I pick?
The A1-A2 book is for the students who have just started out learning Dutch. We cover 5000 Dutch words which is what you need to reach an A2 level.

The advanced vocabulary book is for those who have an A2 or B1 level. These are words that for example our conversation class students with a B1/2 level still wanted to learn.

The verb book is perfect for those who want to improve their knowledge of Dutch verbs (normal - reflexive - separable verbs). In the book we cover the different tenses in Dutch, and go over more than 5000 Dutch verbs. We also put each verb in a sentence so you know exactly in which context you can use the verb.

I'd recommend getting the bundle if you're a beginner students! If your an A2-B2 student the combination of the advanced book, and verb book is what you need!

Don't know what your current level is? Do our language test and find out which book is perfect for you!