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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/dutch Dutch] learners! 😊<br> | |||
In this lesson, we'll learn about the future tense in Dutch. The future tense talks about a future action or event, and it's quite easy to form. Let's dive into it! | |||
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== Formation == | |||
To form the future tense in Dutch, we use the conjugated verb 'zullen' (shall/will) and the infinitive form of the main verb. | |||
* Example: ''Ik zal Nederlands leren'' (I will learn Dutch) | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Subject !! Zullen (conjugated) !! Infinitive verb | |||
|- | |- | ||
|Ik || zal || leren | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Jij || zal || leren | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Hij/Zij || zal || leren | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Wij || zullen || leren | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Jullie || zullen || leren | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Zij || zullen || leren | ||
|} | |} | ||
== Usage == | |||
We use the future tense in Dutch to discuss future events, plans, offers or suggestions. In Dutch, we often use the present tense instead of the future tense, especially in more informal conversations. | |||
== | * Example 1: ''Ik zal morgen naar het strand gaan'' (I will go to the beach tomorrow) | ||
* Example 2: ''Zullen wij samen gaan lunchen?'' (Shall we have lunch together?) | |||
* Example 3: ''Ik zal je wat tips geven voor het koken'' (I'll give you some tips for cooking) | |||
== Dialogue == | |||
* Person 1: Ik zal vanavond een film kijken. (I will watch a movie tonight) | |||
* Person 2: Welke film zal je kijken? (Which movie will you watch?) | |||
* Person 1: Ik zal 'The Godfather' kijken. (I will watch 'The Godfather') | |||
== Irregular Verbs == | |||
As with any language, there are some irregular verbs in the future tense in Dutch. These include: | |||
* Zijn (to be): zal zijn (will be) | |||
* Hebben (to have): zal hebben (will have) | |||
* Kunnen (can): zal kunnen (will be able to) | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Infinitive Verb !! Future Tense | |||
|- | |- | ||
|Zijn (to be) || zal zijn | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Hebben (to have) || zal hebben | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | |Kunnen (can) || zal kunnen | ||
|} | |} | ||
== Cultural Insights == | |||
Dutch is a fascinating language with a rich history and culture. Dutch people are well-known for being pragmatic, egalitarian and direct. Here are some interesting facts about the Dutch culture: | |||
* Dutch people are the tallest in the world, with an average height of 1.84 meters (6 feet). | |||
* Bicycles are a primary mode of transport in the Netherlands, and there are more bikes than people in the country. | |||
* The Dutch love their cheese - they produce an impressive 650 million kilograms of cheese each year. | |||
* The Netherlands is home to the largest flower garden in the world, the Keukenhof, which has over 7 million flowers. | |||
To improve your [[Language/Dutch|Dutch]] [[Language/Dutch/Grammar|Grammar]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=34 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/dutch/question questions]! | |||
== Sources == | |||
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_grammar Dutch Grammar] | |||
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_language Dutch Language] | |||
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_the_Netherlands Culture of the Netherlands] | |||
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Revision as of 14:00, 4 March 2023
Dutch Grammar - Future Tense
Hi Dutch learners! 😊
In this lesson, we'll learn about the future tense in Dutch. The future tense talks about a future action or event, and it's quite easy to form. Let's dive into it!
Formation
To form the future tense in Dutch, we use the conjugated verb 'zullen' (shall/will) and the infinitive form of the main verb.
- Example: Ik zal Nederlands leren (I will learn Dutch)
| Subject | Zullen (conjugated) | Infinitive verb |
|---|---|---|
| Ik | zal | leren |
| Jij | zal | leren |
| Hij/Zij | zal | leren |
| Wij | zullen | leren |
| Jullie | zullen | leren |
| Zij | zullen | leren |
Usage
We use the future tense in Dutch to discuss future events, plans, offers or suggestions. In Dutch, we often use the present tense instead of the future tense, especially in more informal conversations.
- Example 1: Ik zal morgen naar het strand gaan (I will go to the beach tomorrow)
- Example 2: Zullen wij samen gaan lunchen? (Shall we have lunch together?)
- Example 3: Ik zal je wat tips geven voor het koken (I'll give you some tips for cooking)
Dialogue
- Person 1: Ik zal vanavond een film kijken. (I will watch a movie tonight)
- Person 2: Welke film zal je kijken? (Which movie will you watch?)
- Person 1: Ik zal 'The Godfather' kijken. (I will watch 'The Godfather')
Irregular Verbs
As with any language, there are some irregular verbs in the future tense in Dutch. These include:
- Zijn (to be): zal zijn (will be)
- Hebben (to have): zal hebben (will have)
- Kunnen (can): zal kunnen (will be able to)
| Infinitive Verb | Future Tense |
|---|---|
| Zijn (to be) | zal zijn |
| Hebben (to have) | zal hebben |
| Kunnen (can) | zal kunnen |
Cultural Insights
Dutch is a fascinating language with a rich history and culture. Dutch people are well-known for being pragmatic, egalitarian and direct. Here are some interesting facts about the Dutch culture:
- Dutch people are the tallest in the world, with an average height of 1.84 meters (6 feet).
- Bicycles are a primary mode of transport in the Netherlands, and there are more bikes than people in the country.
- The Dutch love their cheese - they produce an impressive 650 million kilograms of cheese each year.
- The Netherlands is home to the largest flower garden in the world, the Keukenhof, which has over 7 million flowers.
To improve your Dutch Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
Sources
➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎