Dutch · A1 (Beginner)
Greetings in Dutch: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Dutch words for greetings are Hallo (Hello), Dag (Goodbye / Hello (informal)) and Goedemorgen (Good morning). The full Dutch greetings phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Dutch vocabulary for greetings, with example sentences and English translations. This is A1 (Beginner) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Dutch to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key greetings vocabulary
| Dutch | English |
|---|---|
| Hallo | Hello |
| Dag | Goodbye / Hello (informal) |
| Goedemorgen | Good morning |
| Dank je wel | Thank you |
| Alsjeblieft | Please / Here you are |
| Ik heet | My name is |
| Aangenaam | Nice to meet you |
| Pardon | Excuse me |
| Tot ziens | Goodbye (formal) |
| Goedenavond | Good evening |
Example sentences
Hallo, hoe gaat het?
Hello, how are you?
Dag, tot morgen!
Goodbye, see you tomorrow!
Goedemorgen, mevrouw De Vries.
Good morning, Mrs De Vries.
Dank je wel, dat is erg aardig.
Thank you, that is very kind.
Een koffie, alsjeblieft.
A coffee, please.
Ik heet Emma. En jij?
My name is Emma. And you?
How to actually learn these
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