Optimal flow, also known as the “flow state,” is a state of peak performance in which an individual is fully immersed and focused on the task at hand. Research has shown that experiencing optimal flow can lead to increased productivity and motivation, as well as a deeper sense of satisfaction and enjoyment. In the realm of language learning, achieving the flow state can have significant benefits, including faster acquisition of new skills and a greater retention of information. By understanding how to enter and maintain the flow state, language learners can optimize their study sessions and ultimately improve their overall progress and success in learning a new language.

You’re putting in the hard work and have started studying vocabulary! Great job! But are you studying the smart way? Spaced repetition learning may be the key to finally making those new words stick. This learning technique, which involves reviewing new material at increasing intervals, has been shown to be highly effective for vocabulary acquisition.

Are you trying to learn Dutch but feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of words you need to know? Insights from linguistics and mathematics show that you won’t need much more than 750 carefully selected words to master the basics. And we’ve already collected them for you.

Want to actually remember all those Dutch phrases and grammar rules you’re trying to learn? The Cornell Note Taking Method may be the solution you’ve been looking for.

Did you know that Dutch is quite similar to English? And that Dutch, therefore, is not actually that difficult to learn? Find out more about the similarities between Dutch and English!

Ever realized that the Dutch people you meet sound nothing like the Dutch you’re learning? That’s because Dutch has quite a lot of dialects, let’s dive deeper into a couple of the most common ones!