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Dutch: A Comprehensive Grammar is a complete reference guide to modern Dutch grammar. This completely updated new edition covers the new spelling system introduced in 1997 and the latest reform of 2005. A new section covers modal particles.Concentrating on the real patterns of use in modern Dutch through lively and accessible descriptions of the language, the Grammar is an essential reference source for the learner of Dutch, irrespective of level. It is ideal for use in schools, colleges, universities and adult classes of all types as well as being indispensable to those teaching themselves.The volume is organized to promote a thorough understanding of Dutch grammar. It offers a stimulating analysis of the complexities of the language, and provides full and clear explanations. Throughout, the emphasis is on Dutch as used by present-day native-speakers. An extensive index and numbered paragraphs provide readers with easy access to the information they require.Features include:• detailed treatment of the common grammatical structures and parts of speech• extensive exemplification• particular attention to areas of confusion and difficulty• Dutch-English parallels highlighted throughout the book
Ch. 1 Pronunciation 1Ch. 2 Spelling 8Ch. 3 Punctuation 20Ch. 4 Cases 23Ch. 5 Articles 25Ch. 6 Demonstratives 32Ch. 7 Nouns 34Ch. 8 Pronouns 66Ch. 9 Adjectives 106Ch. 10 Adverbs 133Ch. 11 Verbs 169Ch. 12 Conjunctions 290Ch. 13 Prepositions 315Ch. 14 Numerals 343Ch. 15 Er 366Ch. 16 Negation 374App. 1 Letter writing and email 383App. 2 Proper nouns 390App. 3 Common Dutch abbreviations 407Glossary of grammatical terms 416Index 428
