Dutch gerund
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The gerund is a verb used as a noun. This form looks like the continuous tense in the English language (verb + '-ing'), but is different. The Dutch gerund (gesubstantiveerd werkwoord) is an infinitive used as a neutral noun. The article 'het' is added to the infinitive to form the gerund:
'het' + infinitive
For example:
The table below shows the situations in which a gerund is used.
Situation | Example | Translation |
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The gerund as subject in the sentence. |
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The gerund modifies objects and provisions. |
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When the gerund modifies objects and provisions, the article 'het' is not added.
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Fill in the correct form of the Dutch gerund of the verbs given in brackets.
Tip:
gister was erg vermoeiend. (zwemmen) - The swimming yesterday was very tiring. (to swim)
Pannenkoeken is haar favoriete bezigheid. (eten) - Eating pancakes is her favorite activity. (to eat)
is hier niet toegestaan. (fietsen) - Cycling is not allowed here. (to cycle)
van boeken is goed voor de ontwikkeling. (lezen) - Reading books is good for self-development. (to read)
Nagels vindt zij niet leuk. (lakken) - She does not like painting nails. (to paint)
is een populaire hobby. (koken) - Cooking is a popular hobby. (to cook)
van hoofdletters is verplicht. (schrijven) - Writing in capital letters is mandatory. (to write)
van wapens gebeurt nog altijd erg veel. (produceren) - The production of weapons still happens a lot. (to produce)
Hamburgers is een van zijn grootste talenten. (bakken) - Baking hamburgers is one of his biggest talents. (to bake)
is tijdens een voetbalwedstrijd verboden. (duwen) - Pushing is forbidden during a football match. (to push)
Fill in the correct form of the Dutch gerund of the verbs given in brackets.
Tip:
gister was erg vermoeiend. (zwemmen) - The swimming yesterday was very tiring. (to swim)
Pannenkoeken is haar favoriete bezigheid. (eten) - Eating pancakes is her favorite activity. (to eat)
is hier niet toegestaan. (fietsen) - Cycling is not allowed here. (to cycle)
van boeken is goed voor de ontwikkeling. (lezen) - Reading books is good for self-development. (to read)
Nagels vindt zij niet leuk. (lakken) - She does not like painting nails. (to paint)
is een populaire hobby. (koken) - Cooking is a popular hobby. (to cook)
van hoofdletters is verplicht. (schrijven) - Writing in capital letters is mandatory. (to write)
van wapens gebeurt nog altijd erg veel. (produceren) - The production of weapons still happens a lot. (to produce)
Hamburgers is een van zijn grootste talenten. (bakken) - Baking hamburgers is one of his biggest talents. (to bake)
is tijdens een voetbalwedstrijd verboden. (duwen) - Pushing is forbidden during a football match. (to push)
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What you can expect:
Lessons for beginners to advanced learners (B2 to C1), with a methodical and structured approach
Exercises that fit your work and life in the Netherlands
Focus on building confidence and keeping your self-respect, as you find your place as a new resident
Long-term collaboration, aimed at lasting progress and making the most of your new country
In my lessons, you’ll not only learn the language but also how to communicate your unique value and fully use the opportunities in your new home. This way, you’ll get to know the Netherlands better and make your own special contribution!
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What you can expect:
Lessons for beginners to advanced learners (B2 to C1), with a methodical and structured approach
Exercises that fit your work and life in the Netherlands
Focus on building confidence and keeping your self-respect, as you find your place as a new resident
Long-term collaboration, aimed at lasting progress and making the most of your new country
In my lessons, you’ll not only learn the language but also how to communicate your unique value and fully use the opportunities in your new home. This way, you’ll get to know the Netherlands better and make your own special contribution!
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