Want to improve your Dutch listening skills?

1. Listen every day for at least 15 minutes.
2. Choose short items about topics you’re interested in.
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3. Listen several times:

• • The first time listen globally to get a general idea of the topic.
  • The second time listen for recognition of words you already know.
  • The third time focus on important new words – but not too many. Look up the meaning of these words and write them down in your personal dictionary.
  • Optionally listen once more to check if you now better understand the topic.

Finally you can tell a friend about the topic. This is also a great way to practice any new words you’ve learned.