"Teach yoursefl a new word everyday and".....you will get to grips with the language!
Posted on Insego Blog
1. Learning the names of objects and/or activities you are surrounded by daily is a great way to begin with familiarizing yourself. Label objects with a post-it note, create for yourself flash cards or make a note in your mind for the name(s) of these objects. Try to refer to them by their Dutch name whenever possible. Do this at home, in the car or public transport and work. These consistent associations will help you remember these additions to your basic Dutch language vocabulary. An easy exercise to help get you started with this is to make all of your shopping lists in Dutch.
2. Begin learning Dutch with someone who can help explain in your native language. After you've become more familiar with the basics, switch to a teacher who will only teach in Dutch.
3. Another great way to learn is with total language immersion. To be in places often where you are not tempted to speak your own language will be the most beneficial. Being forced to Dutch will also show you where you need more improvement with your learning. Volunteer someplace where nobody will use your native language, or try your best at work or home to introduce the idea of speaking only in Dutch for a period of time every day.
4. While you're learning, try to keep in mind why you are learning the language. This will help keep you motivated if you begin to feel yourself struggle or if you feel yourself losing interest.
5. Teach yourself a new word everyday or as often as possible. Try to use it as often as you can while the word is your current focus. Best to begin by either choosing a word from a dictionary which relates to something you'll commonly use, or choose a word you overhear someone saying frequently.
6. When you feel your studying is lacking, practice writing Dutch. This will help you notice what all you've picked up in your learning. One idea is to write an email to a friend or colleague who speaks Dutch natively. If possible, have them point out to you your mistakes so you can learn where make corrections.
7. While shopping or riding on public transportation, casually listen in on what the locals are saying in Dutch. Challenge yourself to see how much you can understand.
Source: Insego Blog
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