Learning Dutch with a smile

 

“Start learning Dutch as quickly as possible”, is probably one of the first things you’ll hear when looking for a job in Belgium. Not an easy task, but very rewarding once you master it.

So, don’t get demotivated. Because although learning Dutch can be hard, when you take a closer look at some of these words it can also be quite funny.

Laura Frame, a Scottish illustrator, started drawing every amusing Dutch word she encountered while living in Ghent and learning the local language. You can find all of her beautiful and funny drawings here. We’ve chosen 15 that will put a smile upon your face.

1. Wasbeer

1. Wasbeer
Picture 1 of 15

Literally translated as "Wash bear" meaning raccoon.

Which Dutch word puts a smile upon your face? 
Don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments below!

Looking for a job and want to impress those recruiters? Learn these easy 5 Dutch sentences to use at your next Belgian job interview.

Make sure to also check out these 7 Flemish expressions that are almost untranslatable

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