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Pronoun agreement with gender Exercises in Dutch language
Mastering pronoun agreement with gender in Dutch is crucial for achieving fluency and precision in the language. Dutch, like many other languages, uses gender-specific pronouns that must agree with the nouns they refer to. Understanding and correctly using these pronouns not only enhances clarity but also shows respect for the language's grammatical rules. In Dutch, nouns are classified into common gender (de-words) and neuter gender (het-words), and the pronouns must align accordingly. This can be particularly challenging for English speakers, as English does not have a grammatical gender system for inanimate objects, making this a unique aspect of Dutch to grasp.
Our exercises are designed to help you develop a strong foundation in using gender-specific pronouns correctly. You will practice identifying the gender of nouns and selecting the appropriate pronouns in various contexts. Additionally, we will explore the nuances of possessive pronouns and how they change based on the gender of the noun they refer to. By engaging with these exercises, you'll build confidence and accuracy in your Dutch language skills, ensuring that your pronoun usage is both grammatically correct and natural-sounding. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your existing knowledge, these exercises will provide valuable practice and enhance your understanding of Dutch pronoun agreement with gender.
Exercise 1
<p>1. De man zoekt *zijn* sleutels (pronoun for "his").</p>
<p>2. De vrouw heeft *haar* tas verloren (pronoun for "her").</p>
<p>3. Het kind speelt met *zijn* speelgoed (pronoun for "its" when referring to a child).</p>
<p>4. Jan en Piet gaan naar *hun* werk (pronoun for "their" when referring to two men).</p>
<p>5. De kat likt *haar* poot (pronoun for "its" when referring to a female cat).</p>
<p>6. Mijn vader en moeder vieren *hun* verjaardag (pronoun for "their" when referring to parents).</p>
<p>7. De leraar legt *zijn* les uit (pronoun for "his" when referring to a male teacher).</p>
<p>8. De dokter controleert *haar* patiënten (pronoun for "her" when referring to a female doctor).</p>
<p>9. De hond heeft *zijn* bot gevonden (pronoun for "its" when referring to a male dog).</p>
<p>10. De zusjes hebben *hun* speelgoed gedeeld (pronoun for "their" when referring to sisters).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. De jongen heeft *zijn* fiets verloren (possessive pronoun for "the boy").</p>
<p>2. De kat likte *haar* poot (possessive pronoun for "the cat").</p>
<p>3. Mijn zus heeft *haar* huiswerk gedaan (possessive pronoun for "my sister").</p>
<p>4. De man kan *zijn* sleutels niet vinden (possessive pronoun for "the man").</p>
<p>5. Het meisje speelt met *haar* pop (possessive pronoun for "the girl").</p>
<p>6. De hond bewaakt *zijn* huis (possessive pronoun for "the dog").</p>
<p>7. De leraar legde *zijn* boeken op tafel (possessive pronoun for "the teacher" (male)).</p>
<p>8. De vrouw draagt *haar* tas (possessive pronoun for "the woman").</p>
<p>9. De baby slaapt in *zijn* wieg (possessive pronoun for "the baby" (male)).</p>
<p>10. De oma vertelde *haar* verhaal aan de kinderen (possessive pronoun for "the grandmother").</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. De jongen speelt met *zijn* bal (Possessive pronoun for a male).</p>
<p>2. De vrouw heeft *haar* tas vergeten (Possessive pronoun for a female).</p>
<p>3. De hond kauwt op *zijn* bot (Possessive pronoun for a male animal).</p>
<p>4. Het meisje kamt *haar* haar (Possessive pronoun for a female).</p>
<p>5. De docent gaf *zijn* studenten een opdracht (Possessive pronoun for a male teacher).</p>
<p>6. De koningin draagt *haar* kroon (Possessive pronoun for a female).</p>
<p>7. De kat likt *zijn* poot (Possessive pronoun for a male animal).</p>
<p>8. De directeur heeft *zijn* beslissing genomen (Possessive pronoun for a male).</p>
<p>9. De verpleegster zorgde voor *haar* patiënten (Possessive pronoun for a female).</p>
<p>10. De koning en *zijn* koningin arriveerden samen (Possessive pronoun for a male).</p>