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Learn Dutch with an Italian linguist with 9 years of experience – lezioni di Olandese con linguista Italiano
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I offer private Dutch lessons, specifically designed for Italian students. The lessons are 100% personalized and tailored to your goals: work, daily life, integration, exams, or simply conversation.

We work at a calm and clear pace, with a lot of emphasis on pronunciation, sentence structure and real understanding of the language, not just on memorization.

What to expect:
– Private lessons
– Clear explanation in Italian
– A tailor-made program, tailored to your level and goals
– Special attention to the typical difficulties of Italians
– Online lessons, flexible lesson times
Let me know your level and what you want to achieve. Together we'll create an effective and realistic program to truly learn Dutch.
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Hello! My name is Alessandro. I'm 33 years old, live in Leiden, and am originally from Milan. I'm a linguist, trained at Leiden University, and have been teaching languages for nine years. I'm very familiar with the specific difficulties Italians face when learning Dutch, and I know how to explain them simply, logically, and without stress. I love music, history, and books, and I believe that you only truly master a language when you understand it thoroughly.
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About Me
Ciao, ik ben Alessandro. Ik ben 33 jaar, woon in Leiden en kom oorspronkelijk uit Milaan. Ik ben taalkundige, afgestudeerd in Leiden, en geef al 9 jaar Italiaanse les. Muziek, geschiedenis en boeken spelen een grote rol in mijn leven en dat merk je ook in mijn lessen: taal is nooit los van cultuur, maar wordt altijd helder en toegankelijk uitgelegd.
Education
I studied languages and literature in Milan and completed a Research Master in Linguistics at Leiden University. My studies focused on how languages really work and how people actually learn them. This academic background allows me to explain Italian clearly, calmly, and logically—without stress, confusion, or boring theory.
Experience / Qualifications
I have over nine years of teaching experience and have helped more than 300 students learn Italian, both one-to-one and in small groups. I’m fully fluent in Dutch and English, and I tailor every lesson to the student. My focus is always clarity, confidence, and steady progress in a relaxed atmosphere.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Italian
Dutch
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(GMT -04:00)
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I offer online Italian lessons for all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. Lessons are structured, calm, and focused on real understanding and practical use.

What you can expect
• Practical Italian you can use immediately in conversations
• Plenty of speaking practice, with feedback on pronunciation and sentence structure
• Tailor-made materials and homework based on your goals and interests
• A clear structure so you can see progress quickly
• Online lessons of 1 to 1.5 hours, scheduled flexibly

Send me a message with your level and your goal, and I’ll create a simple learning plan that fits you.
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I offer online Italian lessons for all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. Lessons are structured, calm, and focused on real understanding and practical use.

What you can expect
• Practical Italian you can use immediately in conversations
• Plenty of speaking practice, with feedback on pronunciation and sentence structure
• Tailor-made materials and homework based on your goals and interests
• A clear structure so you can see progress quickly
• Online lessons of 1 to 1.5 hours, scheduled flexibly

Send me a message with your level and your goal, and I’ll create a simple learning plan that fits you.
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I am an enthusiastic teacher with a university degree and 25 years of experience in the Netherlands. I offer Dutch and Turkish lessons for beginners and advanced students. I was born and raised in Turkey. I have gained extensive experience at various language schools and companies as:
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Dutch is my mother tongue, I am Dutch and I suggest you improve your level of Dutch by focusing on conversation - pronunciation - learning to express yourself well - convincing shyness to speak. Of course also academic support - explanation of grammar - reading and understanding texts - writing and editing. Preparing for job interviews, raising the level of Dutch for professional use to a higher level, working with university students to prepare for their Dutch exams etc etc. I adapt my lessons to the needs of each student. With advanced students we discuss the news based on newspaper articles.
I speak fluent French, English, and Italian. I am a lawyer by training with 30 years of experience in international business. The ultimate goal of my lessons: to love Dutch and prepare for your future!
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* Whether a quick learner or not; it will be fun and comprehensible. There is a goal to achieve and it will be done.
* Whether learning a language to improve your career, for travel or even romantic reasons, help is at hand - just reach out.

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Catharina has developed a very good rapport with our daughter and is patient and knowledgeable. Our daughter always looks forward to her next lesson and even hands in her homework on time! We would highly recommend Catharina to anyone who would like to learn a new language.

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Very professional, friendly and informative. I feel like Catharina will help me to reach where I need to. She doesn't just teach from the book, she teaches in a way that will allow you to blend in with ease. I am excited to learn more from her.

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Great tutor! Catharina adapts lessons to ones needs, gives very clear explanations and most importantly works on the pronunciation of the language. With every lesson she provides lesson material.
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Let me know your current level and what you would like to focus on. I enjoy challenging you, while making sure it always stays fun and never becomes overwhelming.

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In our class we will be relaxed, I will help you with the Dutch conversation, the grammar, reading (like an article or a topic what I will give you). I will help students for beginners-lower-intermediate level. After every lesson I will give you homework for the next lesson. Between the two lessons you can always ask me a question about the subject what we’ve discussed. If you have a subject what you’d like to learn about the Dutch language, let me know. I’m looking forward to see you in my class.
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I am a teacher in Tokyo. My lessons are particularly suited for those who need to practice their pronunciation and/or their vocabulary.

My classes can also include cultural aspects of the language and Dutch society. They would be ideal to help with orientation before travelling or moving to The Netherlands. If you are interested in the country and its customs, please do not hesitate to contact me.

日本語少し出来ます。宜しくお願いいたします。
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Learn Dutch in a practical and relaxed way!
In my lessons, we combine grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary with everyday situations, so you can immediately practice what you learn.
The lessons are suitable for both beginners and advanced learners who want to improve their Dutch for work, study, or daily use.
I use interactive exercises, short dialogues, and clear examples. Together, we work on your personal learning goals so that you quickly gain more confidence in speaking and writing.
Book a trial lesson and discover how fun and effective learning Dutch can be!
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I have a B2 level in Dutch, validated by a certificate of achievement, which allows me to teach the language in a clear, structured and accessible way.

The goal is to make learning simple, progressive and motivating, by advancing step by step on the essential basics of the language.

Each course is structured around:

- useful everyday vocabulary
- Grammar explained simply
- basic conjugation
- oral and written comprehension
- Conversation exercises to quickly gain fluency

I adapt to the pace and objectives of each student (school, work or personal learning), in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere.

The goal is to progress effectively while gaining confidence in speaking.
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- pupils in primary and secondary education (vmbo, havo and vwo);
- Dutch children living abroad;
- adults learning Dutch as a second language (NT2);
- students preparing for work, study, or emigration to the Netherlands.

The lessons can be taught entirely in Dutch, but if necessary, I also provide support in English, Spanish, or German. This allows non-native speakers to better understand grammar and language structures and make faster progress.

The lessons are practical, personal, and fully tailored to the goals of the student or learner. I use many examples, exercises, and active assignments so that the language becomes immediately applicable.

As a Dutch person living and working in Colombia, I have extensive experience with online education, multilingualism, and international students. My goal is not only better results, but above all more self-confidence and enjoyment of the Dutch language.
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Lessons are also offered in English. 🇬🇧

The teaching material is sent digitally and is included in the lesson fee.

Hopefully see you soon! Yakında görüşürüz! Hope to see you soon!
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Grammar - spelling - pronunciation - conversation - preparation ITNA...
I make my own material tailored to the student.

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The price for a lesson is for 1 person. Do you want to take the lesson with several people? Please contact me to ask for the price.

The available times during the week often change. So feel free to contact me to ask if your preferred moment is still available.
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Dutch is my mother tongue, I am Dutch and I suggest you improve your level of Dutch by focusing on conversation - pronunciation - learning to express yourself well - convincing shyness to speak. Of course also academic support - explanation of grammar - reading and understanding texts - writing and editing. Preparing for job interviews, raising the level of Dutch for professional use to a higher level, working with university students to prepare for their Dutch exams etc etc. I adapt my lessons to the needs of each student. With advanced students we discuss the news based on newspaper articles.
I speak fluent French, English, and Italian. I am a lawyer by training with 30 years of experience in international business. The ultimate goal of my lessons: to love Dutch and prepare for your future!
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Fully certified TEFL/TESOL

*All classes are one-on-one and tailored to the individual student's needs and requirements. The ultimate goal is that the student thinks in the language not just translates.
*All key aspects of the language will be addressed including cultural aspects/linguistic differences.
* Whether a quick learner or not; it will be fun and comprehensible. There is a goal to achieve and it will be done.
* Whether learning a language to improve your career, for travel or even romantic reasons, help is at hand - just reach out.

Some Reviews:
Chevaan:
Catherina is without a doubt THE best tutor we know. She is exceptionally committed and is always looking to inspire her students. She has consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty to help our son with his German. She provides excellent study material, engaging homework and follows up to ensure that her students have really grasped the subject matter.

Brian:
Catharina has been teaching our 11 year old daughter for the past few months and we are very impressed with her excellent progress in this short space of time.
Catharina has developed a very good rapport with our daughter and is patient and knowledgeable. Our daughter always looks forward to her next lesson and even hands in her homework on time! We would highly recommend Catharina to anyone who would like to learn a new language.

Afeisha:
Very professional, friendly and informative. I feel like Catharina will help me to reach where I need to. She doesn't just teach from the book, she teaches in a way that will allow you to blend in with ease. I am excited to learn more from her.

Egle:
Great tutor! Catharina adapts lessons to ones needs, gives very clear explanations and most importantly works on the pronunciation of the language. With every lesson she provides lesson material.
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Let me know your current level and what you would like to focus on. I enjoy challenging you, while making sure it always stays fun and never becomes overwhelming.

Feel free to book a 30-minute lesson to see if my teaching method matches your needs.

The listed prices apply to a lesson for one person.
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Dutch is my native language. I can teach in English, French and German.
I am retired and very flexible with my time.
The language is native and has the courage to speak English. I have English and Dutch owners.
I also speak French and German.
I am reserved and flexible with my time.
verified badge
In our class we will be relaxed, I will help you with the Dutch conversation, the grammar, reading (like an article or a topic what I will give you). I will help students for beginners-lower-intermediate level. After every lesson I will give you homework for the next lesson. Between the two lessons you can always ask me a question about the subject what we’ve discussed. If you have a subject what you’d like to learn about the Dutch language, let me know. I’m looking forward to see you in my class.
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Hello!

I am a teacher in Tokyo. My lessons are particularly suited for those who need to practice their pronunciation and/or their vocabulary.

My classes can also include cultural aspects of the language and Dutch society. They would be ideal to help with orientation before travelling or moving to The Netherlands. If you are interested in the country and its customs, please do not hesitate to contact me.

日本語少し出来ます。宜しくお願いいたします。
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With a degree in translation, I have been giving language courses for over 20 years (in business and in the school world). These courses are entirely adapted to your needs and your level. Languages are a real passion and guaranteed results, in a good mood!
verified badge
Learn Dutch in a practical and relaxed way!
In my lessons, we combine grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary with everyday situations, so you can immediately practice what you learn.
The lessons are suitable for both beginners and advanced learners who want to improve their Dutch for work, study, or daily use.
I use interactive exercises, short dialogues, and clear examples. Together, we work on your personal learning goals so that you quickly gain more confidence in speaking and writing.
Book a trial lesson and discover how fun and effective learning Dutch can be!
verified badge
I offer Dutch lessons adapted to beginners as well as to people who already have some basic knowledge.

I have a B2 level in Dutch, validated by a certificate of achievement, which allows me to teach the language in a clear, structured and accessible way.

The goal is to make learning simple, progressive and motivating, by advancing step by step on the essential basics of the language.

Each course is structured around:

- useful everyday vocabulary
- Grammar explained simply
- basic conjugation
- oral and written comprehension
- Conversation exercises to quickly gain fluency

I adapt to the pace and objectives of each student (school, work or personal learning), in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere.

The goal is to progress effectively while gaining confidence in speaking.
verified badge
Dutch can be a challenging language. Spelling, grammar, reading comprehension, writing, or speaking often cause insecurity in both children and adults. In my lessons, I help pupils and course participants step by step to gain more control, confidence, and enjoyment in the Dutch language.

I teach online lessons to:

- pupils in primary and secondary education (vmbo, havo and vwo);
- Dutch children living abroad;
- adults learning Dutch as a second language (NT2);
- students preparing for work, study, or emigration to the Netherlands.

The lessons can be taught entirely in Dutch, but if necessary, I also provide support in English, Spanish, or German. This allows non-native speakers to better understand grammar and language structures and make faster progress.

The lessons are practical, personal, and fully tailored to the goals of the student or learner. I use many examples, exercises, and active assignments so that the language becomes immediately applicable.

As a Dutch person living and working in Colombia, I have extensive experience with online education, multilingualism, and international students. My goal is not only better results, but above all more self-confidence and enjoyment of the Dutch language.
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