Dutch Listening Comprehension Beta
Are you learning Dutch and want to understand native speakers from the Netherlands? Here you can find online exercises to test and practice your Dutch listening skills.
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Each exercise consists of a spoken text (as an audio file), and questions to test your understanding.
Advantages: On demand learning means you can learn anytime and anywhere. This is also a chance to learn individually, at your own pace.
How to Practice Your Listening Skills in Dutch
- Look at the list of texts, which encompass many topics and degrees of difficulty. Choose the text that you'd like to listen to.
- Start the audio file in the online player, and listen to the spoken text. Be sure to concentrate on its content!
- Read and answer the questions of comprehension. Did you understand everything correctly?
Listening Score
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Texts completed0 of 47
Points earned0 of 470
The Listening Score shows how much of the listening section you have already worked through. Every text counts the same, whatever its length — 100% means every text answered without a mistake.
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Popular listening texts from easy to more challenging - pick one that suits you. Once you have finished your first texts, you will get recommendations that match your level.
Auto inpakken voor vakantiePopularSmart packing saves fuel and keeps your trip safe.Not trained-Een dagje naar het strandPopularWhat do you do when plans suddenly change?Not trained-Bij de drogisterijPopularWhich medicine helps best when you feel sick?Not trained-Een extra lange vakantieWhat happens when two travel dreams collide?Not trained-Naar het restaurantWould you eat for free after a mistake?Not trained-De eerste dag op het werkHow is it to start a new life abroad?Not trained-
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Practise listening comprehension — sort the library the way you prefer.
February 2021
Opwarmen bij de openhaardPopularPremiumHow do you get warm after freezing outside?-Een huis kopenPopularPremiumWill she really get the keys to her dream?-Martin koopt een nieuw horlogePopularPremiumThree special gifts for a year of success-Witte dagenPopularPremiumWill you win the snowball fight this winter?-Fernando en Maria naar de KeukenhofPopularPremiumColorful adventures await you among endless tulip fields.-Naar de bioscoop gaanPopularPremiumWill tonight bring a new adventure for friends?-Abdul gaat naar de kapperPopularPremiumReady for a fresh look that lasts for months?-Op reis naar het buitenlandPopularPremiumRoad trip brings new adventures—and delicious Italian food!-Stamppot eten met vriendenPremiumWho knew dinner plans could change so fast?-In VolendamPremiumDress up, try new food and spot celebrities.-In het winkelcentrumPremiumWill Laura find the perfect sweater after all?-Soraya leest elke dag de krantPremiumFind out why skipping one section is her habit.-Soep maken met OmaPremiumDiscover why making soup together feels so special.-In de kledingwinkelPremiumWill he find the perfect outfit in time?-Kerst vieren met de familiePremiumWhose dish will taste best at dinner tonight?-Lars gaat verhuizen naar AmsterdamPremiumWhat special things would you take when moving?-Lisa vindt een katPremiumWould you help a scared animal in need?-Op het werkPremiumDiscover how one workday leads to weekend adventures.-Een dagje samen op stapPremiumWill their fun day end right on time?-Een dag op het strandPremiumWho's ready for sunshine, snacks, and sandy paws?-Een brief schrijven naar AmerikaPremiumSending stories and dreams across the ocean-De hond uitlatenPremiumWarm drinks, big news, and playful paws await!-Drankje bestellen in het restaurantPremiumWould you stay longer for good food and fun?-Voetbal kijken met vriendenPremiumWho will cheer the loudest when goals are scored?-Johannes in het openbaar vervoerPremiumThree hours on the road—how does he pass time?-Langs de snelwegPremiumWhat snack would you choose on a road trip?-In de dierentuinPremiumSpot curious animals and fun surprises around every corner!-Op het feestPremiumWhose football hero is the true legend here?-Muziek makenPremiumWill the new band member change everything?-Arme Anna breekt haar armPremiumSurprising kindness turns a tough day around.-Bij de bakkerijPremiumCan he finish all the errands in time?-Boodschappen doen bij de bakkerPremiumWho eats the last croissant at breakfast?-De dag van de schoolfotoPremiumWill your picture be the highlight this year?-De eerste dag op schoolPremiumWill he find friendship on his first day?-De eerste hockeytraining van het jaarPremiumWill the first practice be fun or scary?-
September 2020
Auto inpakken voor vakantiePopularSmart packing saves fuel and keeps your trip safe.Not trained-PDFEen dagje naar het strandPopularWhat do you do when plans suddenly change?Not trained-PDFBij de drogisterijPopularWhich medicine helps best when you feel sick?Not trained-PDFNaar het restaurantWould you eat for free after a mistake?Not trained-PDFOp kampWhat do you do when you forget your raincoat?Not trained-PDFModefoutenFind clothes that fit you, not just the size.Not trained-PDFNaar de stomerijWhy does he never iron his own shirts?Not trained-PDFPuppycursusDiscover tricks to make your dog listen faster!Not trained-PDFRoza gaat naar de marktPremiumWill you remember everything without your shopping list?-
August 2020
Een extra lange vakantieWhat happens when two travel dreams collide?Not trained-PDFDe eerste dag op het werkHow is it to start a new life abroad?Not trained-PDFIn het ParkPremiumWill we finally beat him this week?-