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Definite articles “de” and “het” Exercises in Dutch language
Definite articles are a crucial element in Dutch grammar, and mastering their use can significantly enhance your fluency and comprehension. In Dutch, there are two definite articles: "de" and "het." While "de" is used for common gender nouns, "het" is reserved for neuter gender nouns. Unlike in English, where the definite article "the" remains constant, Dutch requires you to distinguish between these two forms. Understanding when to use "de" and "het" can be challenging for English speakers, but with practice, it becomes second nature.
In this series of exercises, you will encounter various nouns that require the correct application of "de" or "het." Through these exercises, you will not only learn to identify the gender of nouns but also get a feel for how these articles function in everyday sentences. Whether you're just starting to learn Dutch or looking to refine your skills, these exercises are designed to build your confidence and accuracy in using definite articles. Dive in and start practicing to solidify your understanding of this essential aspect of Dutch grammar.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ik lees *het* boek (singular, neutral).</p>
<p>2. *De* kat slaapt op de bank (singular, common gender).</p>
<p>3. Hij drinkt *het* water (singular, neutral).</p>
<p>4. *De* kinderen spelen buiten (plural).</p>
<p>5. Ik hou van *de* muziek (singular, common gender).</p>
<p>6. *Het* huis is groot (singular, neutral).</p>
<p>7. We bezoeken *de* stad (singular, common gender).</p>
<p>8. *Het* kind lacht (singular, neutral).</p>
<p>9. *De* hond blaft (singular, common gender).</p>
<p>10. *Het* mes is scherp (singular, neutral).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ik lees *de* krant elke ochtend (definite article for "krant").</p>
<p>2. *Het* huis is heel groot (definite article for "huis").</p>
<p>3. Waar is *de* sleutel? (definite article for "sleutel").</p>
<p>4. *Het* boek ligt op tafel (definite article for "boek").</p>
<p>5. We gaan naar *de* bioscoop vanavond (definite article for "bioscoop").</p>
<p>6. *Het* kind speelt in de tuin (definite article for "kind").</p>
<p>7. Heb je *de* auto gezien? (definite article for "auto").</p>
<p>8. *Het* water is koud (definite article for "water").</p>
<p>9. Ik heb *de* hond uitgelaten (definite article for "hond").</p>
<p>10. *Het* weer is vandaag mooi (definite article for "weer").</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. *De* hond blaft in de tuin (definite article for common gender nouns).</p>
<p>2. Ik heb *het* boek op de tafel gelegd (definite article for neuter gender nouns).</p>
<p>3. *De* zon schijnt fel vandaag (definite article for celestial bodies).</p>
<p>4. Hij gaat naar *de* winkel om brood te kopen (definite article for common gender nouns).</p>
<p>5. *Het* huis is geschilderd in een mooie kleur (definite article for neuter gender nouns).</p>
<p>6. *De* fiets staat in de schuur (definite article for common gender nouns).</p>
<p>7. Zij speelt met *het* kind in de speeltuin (definite article for neuter gender nouns).</p>
<p>8. *De* kat ligt op de bank te slapen (definite article for common gender nouns).</p>
<p>9. Hij leest *het* nieuws elke ochtend (definite article for neuter gender nouns).</p>
<p>10. *De* auto staat voor de deur geparkeerd (definite article for common gender nouns).</p>
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