Méthode d'apprentissage du néerlandais en 84 leçons, destinée aux anglophones. ©Electre 2025

Assimil

Europe's top language learning method

Assimil is the ideal solution for anyone wanting to learn modern, practical Dutch efficiently and naturally.

How does the Assimil method work ?

All our courses are based on Intuitive Assimilation®, an original principle that is both simple and highly effective. We have taken this natural process, through which you learned your own language, and adapted it to our books and audio courses. Working progressively, with natural, lively dialogues, simple text notes and exercises, you will progress steadily to a level where you are able to converse in everyday situations.

• The first part of the course is the passive phase : you immerse yourself in the language by reading and repeating each lesson.
• During the second, active phase, you use the structures and reflexes you have already absorbed white continuing to advance and learn.

In just a few months, you will be able to speak Dutch easily, fluently and naturally.

What does the course consist of ?

• lively, natural dialogues that allow you to master the language quickly
• realistic, practical situations in a contemporary context
• a carefully designed system of grammatical progression for intuitive learning
• systematic review to consolidate what you have learned
• fascinating cultural insights
• a witty and engaging style to make learning enjoyable

How to use your Assimil

Passive phase

¤ Read through the dialogues using the phonetic transcription as a guide (or listen to the recordings if you have them).

¤ Repeat each sentence aloud.

¤ Read the translation on the facing page.

¤ Use the text notes to discover the distinctive features of the language.

¤ Test yourself using the exercises (with key) that accompany each lesson.

¤ Review what you have learned each week in a special review lesson.

Active phase

Once you are halfway through the course, you will know enough to go on to the active phase. As you learn each new lesson, you will also review an earlier one, following our instructions, and translate the dialogue from English into Dutch. You'll be delighted at the results !

Use the course on a regular basis : you already have the natural skills you need to learn Dutch successfully.